Grounds Technician, Facilities

Greeley


Job Location:

Greeley, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 28 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


  • Position Type:
    Facilities/Grounds Technician

  • Date Posted:
    5/13/2026

  • Location:
    Facilities

  • Closing Date:
    Until Filled

  • Grounds Technician Facilities


    Classification:Non-Exempt

    Date Posted:May 13 2026


    Salary:$24.84 per hour plus benefits/Range 26
    Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent Greeley-Evans School District 6 rehires up to $39.83 per hour plus benefits.

    Contract Length/ Days:(2025-2026/ 260 Days Full-time)

    Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program voluntary life insurance through PERA and 401(k) 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits please see our Benefits Overview.

    Paid Leave: Depending on your position the District offers a variety of leave options including sick leave discretionary leave vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to Classified employees can be found in the
    Board of Education Policy Manual.

    Reports to:Grounds Department Manager

    Deadline for application:Until filled

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
    Required:

    • High school diploma or GED required.
    • Valid Colorado drivers license.
    • Or any other combination of related education experience and training.


    Preferred:

    • 1 year experience in the application of pesticides fertilizers and/or sprinkler system maintenance.

    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    Summary/Objective:
    Primary responsibilities include the application of fertilizers pesticides maintenance of irrigation systems trimming trees and shrubspreparation of athletic fields moving furniture and athletic equipment completing as assigned Work Orders preventive maintenance and the repair of playground equipment turf and native grass areas.

    Essential Functions:

    • Works under the general supervision of the Grounds Department Manager or designee.
    • Operates and efficiently uses tractor and attachments for tractors in mowing fertilizing and spraying operations.
    • Operates light duty vehicles.
    • Makes repairs and adjustments to mowers and equipment.
    • Conducts general trash clean-up around school buildings.
    • Maintains sidewalks and curbs trimming shrubs and trees with power edger or hand tools.
    • Uses utility equipment i.e. tillers cultivators mulchers trenching machines etc.
    • Assists in the application of fertilizer and pesticides.
    • Assists in installing fences gates signs and athletic equipment.
    • Assists in installing sprinkler systems and their repair.
    • Assists in laying and marking of athletic fields.
    • Assists in planting of trees shrubs and lawns.
    • Moves furniture and school supplies between sites.
    • Performs general labor tasks such as ditch digging cement work jack hammering tree removal etc.
    • May be responsible for watering lawns and shrubs using sprinklers and/or water hose.
    • Performs work according to printed information on the Facilities Department work order system.
    • Removes snow.
    • Assists with emergencies.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.


    Additional Qualifications:
    Ability to operate hand tools power tools light trucks and tractors. Ability to service and make repairs to ground power equipment. Ability to perform strenuous labor in all types of weather. Ability to apply pesticides. Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions. Ability to follow established safety practices. Ability to perform all functions of the position.

    Other Duties:
    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position.

    Supervisory Responsibilities: None

    Work Environment/ Physical Demands:
    Ability to sit for long periods of time numerous distractions visual auditory and ambulatory acuity important. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.

    Travel: Some will be required

    Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at with any questions.


    EEO/AAP Statement
    Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race color creed sex sexual orientation gender expression gender identity religion national origin ancestry age genetic information veteran status marital status or disability. The District shall identify solicit and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify solicit and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.

    Complaint procedures have been established for current employees prospective employees and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:
    James Donahue Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer

    1025 Ninth Avenue Greeley CO 80631

    Phone:

    Email address:





Required Experience:

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Position Type:Facilities/Grounds TechnicianDate Posted:5/13/2026Location:Facilities Closing Date: Until Filled Grounds Technician FacilitiesClassification:Non-ExemptDate Posted:May 13 2026Salary:$24.84 per hour plus benefits/Range 26Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and r...