Walker Hackensack Akeley School is seeking a Groundskeeper. This position runs from approximately mid April to the end of October (weather depending).
Essential Duties include:
Set up of irrigation systems and controls to athletic fields
Set up of sporting events-dragging/lining fields
Mows lawns and athletic fields, trims, weed control, raking, shoveling
Prepares soil for overseeding, applies fertilizers and pesticides/herbicides as directed
Performs routine maintenance on power equipment-oil & filter change, blade sharpening
Garbage Removal after events
Other related duties as assigned
Training and Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in grounds and athletic field maintenance set up preferred, but not required
Knowledge and Skills;
Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to work independently and have excellent time management skills
Previous knowledge of laying out and lining athletic fields as required
Operation of various types of power equipment such as, but not limited to, zero turn mower, tractor, Bobcat, backpack blowers, track blowers, trimmers
Ability to use hand tools required for field and landscaping repairs
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Prolonged periods of walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, and kneeling
Must be physically able to operate power equipment safely and responsibly
Wage based on the Maintenance scale of the Custodial Union contract; $22-25/hour.
