Groundsworker - 8.0 hrs/day (1.0 FTE), Full Time, Perm

Openings as of 4/4/2026 Groundsworker - 8.0 hrs/day (1.0 FTE),

Full Time, Perm JobID:

11708

Position Type:

Facilities/Grounds Worker

Date Posted:

3/25/2026

Location:

Facility Operations

Date Available:

As Soon As Possible

Closing Date:

04/08/2026 Groundsworker, 8.0 hrs/day (1.0 FTE), Full Time, Permanent •Pre-placement drug screening is required• The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to , even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for using a variety of tools, equipment, and treatments to maintain grounds including planting, cultivating, spraying, pruning, and cutting plants, trees, shrubs, grass, and flowers. Responsible for determining the care and treatment necessary to maintain grounds in good condition.

COMPENSATION

Initial wage placement according to

NCSD/OSEA

Collective Bargaining Agreement.

CLASSIFIED WAGE SCHEDULE 2025-2026

JOB GROUP Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 E 24.13 25.31 26.60 27.94 29.33 30.81 32.36 33.97 Retirement Plan Contributions North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

SCHEDULE

6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Subject to change depending on department needs.

WORK CALENDAR

260 days

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Incumbents must have successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population. Graduation from high school or equivalent. Some experience as a grounds worker. Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision making capabilities are essential. Ability to operate power and heavy equipment and maintain lift certification. Ability to tie down equipment, and tow trailers. Experience in loading and unloading power and heavy equipment. Knowledge of lawn, tree and shrub care. Must possess a valid license and a safe driving record and be able and willing to operate district owned vehicles. May be required to possess or obtain a Commercial Driver's License. If assigned this duty, must maintain IPM or Herbicide License through the Oregon Department of Agriculture.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Substantive training and/or experience in care and maintenance of plants, trees, flowers, and shrubs. Training and/or certification in pesticide application.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(depending on specific assignment): Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Cutting lawns including trimming and edging. Pruning shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth. Removing trash, damaged plants, grass, leaves, and branches. May be required to spray lawns, plants, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides (this duty is assigned by the supervisor and coincides with maintenance of IPM or Herbicide License through the Oregon Department of Agriculture and includes a pay differential). Conditions and prepares soils and transplants or plants seeds, seedlings, or bulbs according to instructions and planned design of the landscaped area. Waters lawns, shrubs, and flowers. Maintains paths and walkways. Performs preventative maintenance, maintenance and makes minor repairs on power equipment and hand tools. Maintains or assists in maintaining athletic fields including mowing, raking, lining, leveling, repairing, etc. Performs required routine maintenance on athletic fields including grooming, sweeping, and blowing. Operates such equipment as tractors, mowers and gang mowers, trimmers, blowers, sweeper, lime or fertilizer spreaders, lawn roller, and snow removal equipment. Performs requested work order repair to include, but not limited to fencing, play structures, signs, etc. Operates district vehicles and trucks to transport equipment and materials. Performs other duties as assigned. Please refer to the job descriptions for detailed information. Applicant agrees to assume cost and arrange for

FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK

upon offer of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law. The North Clackamas School District does not discriminate on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual's perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status. The following position has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination: Michelle Riddell, Title IX Coordinator, 12400 SE Freeman Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222, 503.353.6000.