Maintenance - Groundskeeper

Maintenance I - Groundskeeper

Topeka Public Schools USD 501 Service Center - Topeka, Kansas

This job is also posted in Topeka Public Schools

Job : 4859069

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor – Roads and Grounds

Position

Purpose:

To keep the District’s facilities and grounds maintained and operational so that they present no problems or interruptions to the education program.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous experience in commercial or facilities grounds maintenance is beneficial.
• Experience and training in landscaping, grounds maintenance, mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, weed control, and snow removal is preferred.
• Must have a valid Kansas driver’s license and possess a good driving record.

• Knowledge of standard practices, tools, and terminology in landscaping, grounds maintenance, equipment operation, and other assigned skill areas.
• Ability to drive and operate medium to large trucks, mowers, and a variety of standard farm, lawn, and turf management equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply technical information in equipment and facilities maintenance manuals, technical bulletins, and associated grounds keeping literature; must be able to interpret the technical language within the assigned skill areas.
• Ability to design or modify components to meet job requirements in the assigned skill areas.
• Ability to work in varied weather and temperature conditions.
• Ability to work from heights.
• Knowledge of colors.
• Ability to perform work independently according to prescribed standards and procedures with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Dependability and the ability to get along with others.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, hazardous materials, and proper ways necessary to perform the assigned tasks.

• The incumbent may be required to use the below requirements during any part of the working day.
• The incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work from a ladder.
• Speaking, reading, hearing, manual dexterity.
• Standing, sitting, bending, stooping, walking.
• Reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, driving.

• Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor – Roads and Grounds to receive each day’s assignments.
• Perform grounds maintenance activities as assigned or by following an established work schedule.
• Respond to work requests in a timely and courteous manner.
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks in accordance with appropriate standards and procedures.
• Assist with a variety of work assignments including such things as painting athletic field lines, machining, welding, concrete/asphalt, fencing, playground maintenance, and roof repair.
• Periodically, perform manual digging and manual labor using hand tools.
• Trim and prune trees on District property.
• Prevent and repair soil erosion as necessary.
• Assist with development and carry out preventative maintenance program.
• Follow the District’s system for the receipt and issuance of parts and supplies as well as maintaining recordkeeping and inventories.
• Ensure that all assigned vehicles, machinery, equipment, tools, and supplies are accounted for, secured, and used correctly.
• Attend appropriate training sessions, meetings, and classes as part of professional development.
• Accomplish assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate and care for equipment used in daily work assignments.
• Maintain accurate and complete time sheets.
• Assist other maintenance areas with work requests as assigned.
• Occasionally operate medium and heavy equipment in course of day-to-day work assignments.
• Assist with snow removal as necessary including operating snow plows, tractors, etc.
• Demonstrate professional image through appearance, language, and work ethic.
• Require good attendance record for continuity of operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Twelve (12) months

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the…