Groundskeeper

Reports to: Director of Facilities and/or designee

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to perform in areas of responsibility and an ability to obtain training for same.
• Must be available to provide needed services on an emergency basis after normal working hours as assigned by the Director of Facilities and/or designee.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently.
• Must possess, or acquire within two years of employment, a Black Seal Boiler License. This provision does not apply to anyone hired prior to July 7, 1997.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass 90-day probation period.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the proper care and maintenance of the grounds and landscaping located within Morris School District properties.
2. Mow, weed and trim all grass, trees, shrubs and plantings on a regular basis and as necessary.
3. Keep walks clean and grounds free of paper, bottles, cans and other debris. This includes sweeping walks on a regular basis and patching as needed.
4. Lime and seed all grounds as directed.
5. Apply water to playing fields, trees and planting beds as the need dictates.
6. Mulch and edge beds and plantings.
7. Line, fill, drag, roll, clean and maintain fields for physical education classes and athletic events as needed.
8. Rake and remove leaves and dead branches from the grounds to an appropriate disposal site.
9. Erect and repair fences where needed.
10. Fill low areas and ditches to provide proper drainage.
11. Maintain and repair outdoor equipment, i.e., backstops, sleds, goal posts, playground equipment, etc.
12. Line, paint and maintain driveways and parking lots as needed.
13. Remove snow and ice from walkways and parking lots as weather dictates.
14. Remove sand and other debris from walks as soon as frozen material melts.
15. Maintain equipment, machinery and signs.
16. Assist in the operation and maintenance of the plant as directed.
17. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his designees.

Contract Term of Employment: Full-time, 12-months, 8-hour day exclusive of ½ hour lunch

Salary: In accordance with the established TEAM Salary Guide currently ranging from $35,000 to $52,000

Benefits: Full time employees are eligible for medical, prescription and dental benefits. Sick, personal and vacation day allotments are included.


Effective September 1, 2011, The New Jersey First Act implemented May 17, 2011, requires all employees of a school district to reside in the state of New Jersey. Employees of the Morris School District hired after the effective date who do not reside in the State of New Jersey at the time of hire have one year from the effective date of employment to relocate their primary residence to New Jersey. Employees of the school district hired prior to the September 1, 2011 effective date of this Act are grandfathered and are not required to relocate to New Jersey.