Grounds Assistant (2)

Job Details

Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

RSU #14, Windham Raymond School District, is seeking candidates for a Grounds Assistant role.

Candidates must be able to work independently, communicate effectively, set priorities, have a strong mechanical aptitude, and understand soil and turf maintenance and care. The shift is a 40 hour a week position eligible for overtime when necessary and hours are generally during the day although flexibility to work some evenings, nights and weekends is a must. During the winter months the position is responsible for snow removal and hours are shifted based on the demands of the storm. The position may also have some on call time.

Candidates must hold a valid Maine Driver's License and have a clean driving record.

Job duties will include but are not limited to:

1.Participate in year-round grounds maintenance of the District’s schools and buildings

2.Follow schedule for grounds upkeep, maintenance and grounds projects in collaboration with the Grounds Coordinator

3.Keep athletic fields prepared for games (to include keeping them well watered and lined/ striped for games) and have the ability to assist with game and/or special event set up

4.Implement preventative maintenance such as aerating, over seeding, fertilizing, and application of pesticides when necessary

5.Perform basic preventative maintenance on grounds equipment

6.Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds on a repetitive basis

Support Staff > Custodian

Support Staff > Maintenance

Welcome to Windham Raymond School District, RSU#14

RSU 14 serves the beautiful Sebago Lakes communities of Windham and Raymond, which are located twenty minutes from Portland and thirty minutes from the cities of Lewiston/Auburn. The seven schools that comprise our district are dedicated to the success of all, including the 650 staff members and the 3300 students. Our school community hires only the most committed teaches who embrace the use of technology and 21st century teaching and learning standards to ensure the highest quality education. We seek to support, engage and develop high expectations for all students and staff members, and offer multiple opportunities for a rich and individualized educational experience. New and experienced teachers are provided multiple opportunities for professional growth, and partnerships with four local universities foster the belief that we are a community of learners. Consistently our students test above the state averages, exceed graduation rates and 86% of our students continue with post-secondary study.

Job Requirements

• Must hold or be in the process of obtaining an approved Maine Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) at time of hire.
  Must hold a valid Maine Driver's License.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Instructions

Use this when applying for non-teaching professional position.

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

• 1. What other types of skills do you have or licenses do you have that may be relevant to this position?
  Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers
  - Skill/License
  - Skill/License
• 2. Please account for and explain any gaps in employment during the past ten years.
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 3. Please tell us about your experience maintaining facilities grounds and how this experience will help you fulfill the duties of the grounds assistant position.
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 4. What do you feel are the challenges to a grounds position and how have you overcome these in previous positions?
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Bill Hansen
• 228 Windham Center Road
• Windham, Maine 04062
• Phone: 207-892-1800, x 2025
• Email: bhansen@rsu14.org