Groundskeeper - Facilities Department at Mehlville R-9 School District

GROUNDSKEEPER

12 Month Position

Position Summary: Responsible for safely maintaining and ensuring the beauty of the District grounds and maintaining grounds maintenance equipment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2-5 years of job-related experience preferred
• Commercial Driver’s License preferred
• Requires completion of Asbestos Awareness Program, upon hire

Essential Job Functions:

• Safely maintains and ensures the beauty of the grounds including cutting grass, controlling weeds, trimming landscaping and caring for plants, trees and shrubs
• Hauls dirt, sand, gravel and mulch
• Operates, repairs and maintains grounds maintenance equipment and ensures its safety
• Moves heavy objects and equipment
• Installs, replaces and repairs fences
• Prepares athletic fields for sporting events
• Removes snow and ice from parking areas and entrances before, during and after school hours
• Serves as substitute custodian as needed
• Performs other related duties as required

COMPENSATION FOR EXPERIENCE IS CONSIDERED, 2025-2026 Classified Salary Schedule

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Open Until Filled

Qualified individuals who wish to apply for this position should submit an on-line application at: bit.ly/employmentmsdr9 

Mehlville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant

We appreciate your interest in Mehlville School District!

Questions? Contact Joe Gipson, Maintenance Foreman – [email protected]