Summer Groundskeeper

Summer Groundskeeper

 

Westtown School is seeking general Groundskeepers for temporary seasonal work, beginning

immediately through mid-to-late August. Groundskeepers are responsible for maintaining the

campus grounds and recreational areas. The regular hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday

through Friday.

Westtown School is a Quaker independent pre-K to 12, college-preparatory day and boarding

school located in suburban West Chester, PA, approximately 30 miles from Philadelphia. 

Situated on a beautiful 600-acre campus, Westtown offers state-of-the-art facilities where our

committed faculty and staff inspire and prepare our students to be stewards and leaders of a

better world. 

Essential Responsibilities

● Mow grass, prune and trim shrubs and trees, and apply mulch;

● Operate a tractor, loader, and other facility vehicles;

● Weed flower beds and attend to landscaped areas;

● Plant trees/shrubs and annuals, as directed;

● Assist in maintaining athletic fields and recreational play areas, including layout, lining,

mowing, seeding, fertilizing, etc.;

● Assist with the removal and disposal of trash and debris;

● Maintain campus driveways and parking lots;

● Provide support and manpower to other campus departments as necessary;

● Maintain knowledge of school property and staff as necessary to perform assigned

duties;

● Report unsafe conditions or suspicious activity as necessary;

● Remain committed to safe work practices and energy conservation at all times;

● Participate in departmental meetings/training as necessary;

● Maintain professional and appropriate relations with all students and parents at all times;

● Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

● Prior experience in the care and maintenance of similar facilities is preferred

● Ability to work within the overall organization of the Facilities department and work with

skilled and unskilled personnel

● Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions

● Must have a valid Driver’s License

 

Physical Requirements:

● Lift, carry or otherwise move up to 50 lbs. regularly. Lift, carry or otherwise move up to

100lbs. occasionally with assistance.