Groundskeeper II/I - Grade JX/KX - 1.0 FTE at Washington High School (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY)

Job Description

We want YOU here!

The Sioux Falls School District is widely recognized for accomplishments in student achievement and innovative educational strategies. We serve a diverse population of over 25,000 students, and we embrace the opportunity for all children to learn about the world's cultures from the curriculum as well as the shared experiences of their classmates.

The Custodial team is an essential part of the Sioux Falls School District. Our goal is to create a safe and healthy environment for SFSD students. We are looking to add flexible and dedicated members to our team that are motivated to help achieve and maintain our goal.

REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

High School Diploma.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Good physical health including ability to lift 75 pounds, climb to high and difficult places and work at those places. Constant standing and walking. Frequent hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, lifting and stooping. Repetitive motions with wrists, hands and fingers. Occasional crawling and crouching.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass a test of aptitudes showing basic knowledge of position, and subsequently be certified by state through testing to be a licensed herbicide and pesticide applicator. Current State Vehicle operator's license; ability to operate all vehicles in the district fleet safely. Insurable. Ability to work unsupervised. Good attendance. Ability to communicate and follow written and oral direction. Ability to demonstrate recognition of equipment malfunction. Demonstrated positive attitude towards people with whom one works, ability to work cooperatively and willingness to accept instructions and training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

Groundskeeper II*

1. Maintains lawns, trees, shrubs, landscaping, sidewalks, steps, entrances and keeps other areas as determined free of snow or ice. Removes bottles, trash, paper and cans from entire site.
2. Marks fields and sites for athletic events.
3. Maintains and repairs equipment and vehicles used. Observes and reports needed repair of equipment, furnishings, fixtures, building and site and performs minor maintenance.
4. Sweeps and dusts surfaces and furniture, removes and disposes of trash, replenishes supplies, cleans and polishes all interior surfaces, cleans and maintains carpets and hard surface floor coverings, moves furniture as needed.
5. Makes recommendation for supplies and equipment to Building Custodial Manager.
6. Works a revised schedule and substitutes for other custodial staff when necessary.
7. Shares responsibility for holiday, extended day and weekend activities.
8. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Groundskeeper I*

1. Coordinates and directs summer part-time lawn crews
2. All items listed above under Groundskeeper II above.
3. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

View the complete job description here: High School Groundskeeper I/II

PAY INFORMATION

Level JX - starting salary is $22.18 per hour*

Level KX - starting salary is $23.23 per hour*

*starting 7/1/2026 starting pay increases to JX $22.55 per hour & KX: $23.62 per hour

2025-2026 Custodial/Maintenance Salary Schedule

2026-2027 Custodial/Maintenance Salary Schedule

Pay day is the last working day of each month.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm with a 30-minute unpaid break

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 12 months

CALENDAR
2025-2026 12 Month Classified Staff Calendar

2026-2027 12 Month Classified Staff Calendar

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

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