Groundsworker

Location: Port Jervis

Date Effective: February 11, 2026

Location: Buildings and Grounds

Appointment: Probationary

Requirements of Applicants: Valid Driver's License;
One year of experience in park or grounds maintenance;
Working knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance;
Ability to follow oral and written directions;
Physical endurance

General Statement of Duties: The selected candidate will perform a variety of routine grounds maintenenace tasks. Below are examples of work for illustrative purposes:

• Mow grass, rake leaves, trim hedges and trees;
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment (trucks, tractors, rollers, mowing, line painting equipment, etc.)
• Maintain athletic and playground fields and equipment;
• Maintain sidewalks, roadways, parking lots, and paved areas, to include tennis courts;
• May perform minor maintenance to grounds keeping machinery and equipment;
• Paint and line parking lots, roadways, athletic fields and courts;
• Assemble, inspect, and maintain playground and athletic equipment;
• Keep district grounds free of litter;
• Plant and care for trees, shrubs and other planting;
• Snow removal / salt and sanding of roadways, parking lots, walkways, etc;
• Delivery of materials, supplies, and furnishings between district facilities.

Salary:
Starting at $20.63/Hour

Hours:
Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)

Benefits:
Paid sick, vacation and personal time;
Medical, vision and dental coverage;
New York State Retirement