There is an anticipated vacancy for a full-time, 12-month Groundsperson in the Facilities & Operations Department.

GENERAL DUTIES:

Performs routine manual work in grounds maintenance under the supervision of the Director of Facilities and Operations.

Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of approximately 110 acres of fields located in the South Glens Falls Central School District.

Mows, rakes and cuts grass.

Keeps ground free of litter.

Operates and maintains all grounds equipment including mowers, tractors, trucks, snow blowers, weed eaters, trailers, etc. Works with Transportation Department on preventative maintenance plan.

Responsible for all landscaping including shrubs and flowers.

Inspects and maintains all playground equipment on a monthly basis.

Coordinates District's snowplowing activities.

Hauls and spreads topsoil, gravel and related groundskeeping material.

Maintains all blacktop surfaces (sealing and lining, repairing potholes).

Marks and lines sports fields.

Snow Removal

Other Duties May Include:

Delivery of government donated foods once a month.

Transfer cafeteria supplies to schools when requested.

Assists in moving voting machines.

Assists building maintenance mechanics in special projects.

Supervises temporary employees assigned to the department.

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities and Operations and Assistant Superintendent for Business

MISCELLANEOUS:

Position is full-time, year round.

SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary and Benefits pursuant to CSEA contract

Job Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

Working knowledge of grounds maintenance activities.

Able to perform manual work.

Physical condition commensurate to perform the essential function of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Graduation from a regionally accredited two-year college with an Associate Degree in Green Management, three years grounds/landscaping experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Application Deadline:04/11/2026

Civil Service Title: Groundsperson

South Glens Falls Central School District

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