Lead Groundskeeper/Floating Custodian
Lead Groundskeeper/Floating Custodian
District Wide
A position as a full-time, 12-month Lead Groundskeeper/Floating Custodian beginning as soon as possible. This position works from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Summary of Duties:
The Grounds Department is seeking a reliable, skilled, and self-motivated Lead Groundskeeper/Floating Custodian to oversee and maintain district grounds, athletic fields, and facility outdoor spaces year-round. This role is responsible for comprehensive landscaping, seasonal turf care, athletic field preparation, equipment maintenance, building support tasks, and winter snow removal.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Grounds & Turf Management: Perform routine mowing, landscaping, planting, trimming, watering, fertilizing, aerating, seeding, sod laying, and turf restoration across all district facilities.
Athletic Field Preparation: Mark, line, and paint athletic fields for district events and sports programs.
Winter Operations: Perform snow removal, ice management, and winter ground maintenance.
Equipment & Tools: Safely operate, maintain, and care for grounds equipment, mechanical tools, and power machinery.
Facility & Department Support: Serve as a backup delivery driver, assist with district moving, and custodial subbing when needed.
Administrative & Tech: Use technology for daily time cards, email communications, digital work requests, etc.
Experience & Knowledge
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in turf management, landscaping, groundskeeping, and athletic field preparation.
- Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively as an active, customer-focused team member.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.
Physical Requirements & Attendance
- Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, work in awkward physical positions, and perform work at elevated heights using ladders or lifts.
- Regular, punctual, and reliable attendance is an essential requirement of this position.
- Availability weekend duty (seasonal snow removal).
Qualifications Required:
Valid Minnesota Driver's License with a clean driving record (Required)
Rate of Pay:
$19.77 - $20.30
Application deadline:
October 29, 2026, or until filled.
Eligible Employee Benefits include:
- Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Retirement Pension
- 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
- Medical Coverage
- Fully Paid Life Insurance
- Fully Paid Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave,
- Emergency Leave and Holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Pre-Employment Requirements
All final candidates must successfully complete the following prior to employment:
- Physical Screening: Must pass a job-related physical screening.
- Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check.
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This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.
For further information contact Scott Kaminski, Director of Facilities and Safety, at 507-345-5311.