Groundskeeper

Englewood Schools

Posted on : 27-09-2025

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Denver, CO - USA

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$ 23 - 26

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1 Vacancy

Posted on : 27-09-2025

Job Description

Position Type:
Operations/Maintenance/Transportation/Grounds Worker

Date Posted:
9/24/2025

Location:
Duell Service Center

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
See posting

EFFECTIVE:ASAP
8 hrs/day - Nonexempt
Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm. Hours can vary depending upon weather. Night or weekend hours may be required due inclement weather.
229 days/year
Benefits Eligible: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the professional environmentally friendly and safe maintenance of all grounds and landscape throughout district approximately 11 facilities. Ensure all facilities represent community pride of Englewood Schools to the public view. Responsibilities include but are not limited to trash removal irrigation installation and maintenance fertilization mowing aeration planting weed eating grass trimming pruning of brush and trees weed and pest control painting lines parking and grass and snow/ice removal. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate and maintain all exterior maintenance equipment in a safe and orderly manner.
Repair and replace irrigation.
Monitor irrigation for appropriate use of resources leaks over-saturation or lack of coverage adjusting when necessary.
Maintain and perform monthly preventative maintenanceon grounds vehicles gaters and lawnmowers.
Mow edge weed-eat fertilize and aerate all grounds.
Inspect grounds for safety concerns and report or repair as needed.
Make recommendations and implement landscape improvements.
Remove debris/clippings (grass limbs plugs fertilizer) from walkways.
Remove and recycle dead trees plants and flowers; establish and maintain new ones.
Establish and maintain a healthy compost pile.
Prune trees and brush.
Wrap and unwrap trees to protect against harsh winter weather.
Pick up trash found in exterior areas.
Remove snow and ice using truck tractor or manual labor.
Maintain or re-establish cobble and mulch in designated areas.
Utilize environmental and district resources appropriately for their intended use.
Assist with community gardens when requested.
Collaborate with stakeholders on the design layout for striping parking lots athletic fields and other required areas; implement plan.
Actively participate in meetings in-service and other required training.
Apply and implement knowledge skills and new understandings to support Operations Maintenance and Transportation.
Serve as substitute for Head Custodians when required.
Inspect and repair playground equipment as needed.
May be responsible for additional duties such as facility painting and other maintenance tasks.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards state guidelines and school system policy.

The education/training/experience license/certification general expectations physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School Graduate or equivalent. Five (5) years of grounds keeping experience (preferred). Demonstrated experience with riding and push mowers tractors mower attachments hedgers trimmers blowers paint machines pesticide spray machines. Demonstrated experience with hand tools such as shovels picks rakes post-hole diggers trenchers etc. English fluency will be determined through the interview process.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Drivers License.
Must maintain driving record that meets the standards of the District insurance policy.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
Possesses computer and technology skills.
Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
Communicates effectively with the School District community.
Skilled in analysis instruction negotiation coordination communication problem-solving and interpersonal interactions.
Proficient in comparing computing synthesizing and evaluating information.
Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
Maintains confidentiality.
Upholds a generally positive attitude.
Complies with all District policies and procedures.
Adheres to federal and state laws regulations and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 75 (seventy-five) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to 150 (one hundred fifty) pounds.
Frequent to constant sitting standing bending squatting reaching walking digging and stooping.
Occasional sitting crawling climbing kneeling.
Visual concentration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequent exposure to dirt dust odors and fumes.
Occasional exposure to hazardous materials.
Occasional exposure to adverse climate and weather conditions.

REPORTS TO:
Operations & Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Operations & Maintence.

LOCATION:
Duell Service Center

SALARY:
Hourly rate from $23.62 to $26.73 per hour depending upon education and related experience.

BENEFITS:
At Englewood Schools we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO) medical dental and vision insurance and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k) 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) critical illness cancer and accidents offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the Districts website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close 5 days from the posting date. If vacancy is not filled within 5 days the vacancy will remain posted until filled.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 the Americans with Disabilities Act the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students employees applicants for employment or members of the public on the basis of disability race creed color sex sexual orientation marital status gender identity gender expression religion national origin ancestry family composition or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age genetic information and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment if it rises to the level described in state law is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures pleaseclick here.Inquiries or complaints may be referred toDr. Rana Razzaque Director of Opportunity Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator 4101 S. Bannock St. Englewood CO 80110 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education 1244 North Speer Blvd. Suite 310 Denver CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 950 17th St. Suite 300 Denver CO 80202 or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission 1560 Broadway Suite 825 Denver CO 80202.

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