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Westfield Public Schools
Outdoor Seasonal Caretaker
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What they do
A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.
$45,582 / year median in Massachusetts
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Outdoor Seasonal Caretaker Westfield Public Schools - 3.1 Westfield, MA Job Details Part-time $18 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Outdoor work experience Full Job Description The Westfield Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Seasonal Outdoor Maintenance Worker to join our Facilities team. This position is responsible for performing a variety of groundskeeping, landscaping, and general outdoor maintenance tasks to ensure that all school campuses are safe, attractive, and well-maintained for students, staff, and the community.
Seasonable position for summer and fall.
Key Responsibilities:
Landscaping & Groundskeeping:
Operate riding and push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, and blowers to maintain lawns, athletic fields, and common areas.Plant Maintenance:
Assist with planting, watering, weeding, mulching, and pruning trees, shrubs, and flower beds.General Maintenance:
Perform basic outdoor maintenance tasks including painting fences or curbs, repairing playground equipment, and maintaining walkways.Waste Management:
Empty outdoor trash and recycling receptacles and ensure grounds are free of litter and debris.Equipment Care:
Perform basic preventative maintenance and cleaning on hand tools and gas-powered landscaping equipment.Qualifications and Requirements:
Experience:
Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or general maintenance is highly preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.Physical Ability:
Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor, including lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and standing or walking for extended periods.Environment:
Ability to work outdoors for the duration of the shift in varying weather conditions, including summer heat and rain.Background Check:
Must successfully pass a criminal background check and child abuse clearance as required by state law for school district employees.Skills:
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work independently or as part of a team, and operate machinery safely.Working Conditions:
Work is performed almost entirely outdoors.Seasonable position for summer and fall.