Groundskeeper - Buildings & Grounds (N195 2526)

Groundskeeper

• Buildings & Grounds (N195
• 2526) Full time
• Hartford Public Schools Description

POSTING NUMBER

N195

• 2526

POSTING DATE:

March 20, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

Until filled

POSITION

Groundskeeper

LOCATION

(S): Buildings & Grounds

REPORTS TO

Assistant Director of Facilities or Designee Maintenance Manager or Designee

SUPERVISES

N/A

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to address all exterior property maintenance issues pertaining to all Hartford Public School facilities on an as needed basis, or as scheduled per the directive of this position's immediate supervisor. This position will also be required to assist other areas of school facility maintenance and tradesman assistance.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The two primary requirements of this position are snow plowing and grass cutting. Additionally, this position will address issues such as applying cold patch to asphalt surfaces, trimming shrubs and trees, trimming fence lines and edges using a weed trimmer, sweeping exterior surfaces, line-striping parking lots, preparing lawns for seeding, 'green' weed kill.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A valid Connecticut driver's license is required Must be capable of operating a full-sized pickup truck with trailer attached. Must have experience using tools and equipment such as, lawn mowers, chain saws, cut-off saws, pole saws, leaf blowers and all hand tools applied in this field. Must have experience of trimming bushes, hedges and trees. Must possess knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety protection of the trade(s) together with the specific requirements imposed upon workers in the performance of work by the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Must have a basic understanding of the use of appliance dollies, dolly carts, ladders, basic tools when applicable. Must be willing to respond to emergency work that might emerge outside of normal work schedule. Must be able to work within difficult time constraints and under stressful conditions. Must work and appear in an orderly and professional manner. Must possess the ability to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, staging or similar at 20'or greater. Must be capable of repeated lifting, climbing, bending, standing and sitting for long periods of time. Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. or more. Must be capable of working both independently and as a team member. Must be available for ALL snow and ice events.

CERTIFICATION / LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

N/A

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Twelve-month work year; forty-hour work week. Monday through Friday 7:00 AM

• 3:30 PM. May be required to work second shift hours of 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Salary schedule 77 of Local 566 ($44,020
• $48,096), American Federation of State, Municipal and County Employees, AFS-CME.

UNION AFFILIATION

The Board recognized Local 566 American Federation of State, Municipal and County Employees, AFSCME as the exclusive bargaining unit for this position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools' online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford. Internal applicants should use a personal email address when applying. Please do not use your hartfordschools.org email. Candidates' application and supporting documents will be reviewed. Candidates who advance through the initial review will be notified and placed in the pool for consideration by hiring managers. Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews. Benefits Hartford Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and approximately 16,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools, located in the capital city of Connecticut. We are committed to being a leader in innovative urban education, cultivating equity and excellence for all of our students, closing the opportunity gap, and preparing students for college and life. Hartford Public Schools acknowledges that systems of injustice exist in our nation and our community. Our district is committed to addressing systemic barriers to create a culture of equity that benefits all students. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse team of culturally competent educators. We strive to have our team reflect the different perspectives of our families and community so that we can work together to overcome obstacles, close the opportunity gaps, and prepare our students for continuous success. HPS recruits and selects diverse educators, who are committed to our instructional vision to develop students' individual, academic, social, and emotional capacities and growth within the classroom and beyond. Highly talented and qualified candidates with a passion for urban education, a commitment to our Hartford students, families, and community are strongly encouraged to apply immediately! Why Should You Choose Hartford Public Schools? Hartford Public Schools is seeking excellent candidates and wants to provide the best experience for you. We have put together a comprehensive package of benefits and incentives, including: Competitive salary Sign-On incentives Career growth opportunities Opportunity to participate in school governance councils Loan forgiveness Tuition reimbursement Rich health care plan (including dental & vision) Life insurance Residency differential for teachers who reside in Hartford (3% of base salary) New teacher induction In-school teacher mentor

DIVERSITY AMONG US

 Hartford Public Schools is a diverse community of scholars and staff; racially, socioeconomically, culturally, and more. Among our approximately 16,000 students, there are 88 languages spoken; 21% of our student population are multilingual learners. Over 85% of the population are students of color. At Hartford Public Schools, we work deliberately to recruit and hire staff of various backgrounds. Currently, our staff identify as:

American Indian:

 0.09%

Asian:

 2.02%

Black:

 24.07%

White:

 46.26%

Hispanic:

 24.24%

Other:

 1.11%

Not Reported/Unknown:

 2.22%

REPRESENT HARTFORD

 The state of Connecticut is seated on the northeastern seaboard. Hartford is within an hour's drive of the coastline and is centrally located between New York City and Boston. Hartford is one of America's oldest and most historic cities, made up of 17 unique neighborhoods rich in history and diversity. It is commonly known as the "insurance capital" due to its prominence beginning in the 19th century as home to many of the most prestigious insurance companies in the U.S., many of which still call Hartford home today. The city features world-class museums, entertainment, and sports venues and is home to several major companies. An array of restaurants reflecting cuisines from all over the world attract people from far and wide, and more than 200 arts, heritage, and cultural organizations in the Hartford region provide hundreds of events year-round. In addition, several universities and colleges are in Hartford and the surrounding towns, allowing easy access to advanced degree programs.

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D Note:

This posting does not necessarily reflect vacancies in the respective subject area and is solely intended to generate a talent pool for current and future certified teaching opportunities. The above description covers the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The description should not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all duties or as a contract. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the superintendent of schools.

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