What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper II position at Billings Public Schools?
Groundskeeper II JobID: 5550
Position Type
Maintenance/Custodial/Groundskeeper
Date Posted
11/5/2025
Location
Various
Date Available
November 2025
Closing Date
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
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GROUNDSKEEPER II
12-month position; Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$21.11/hour for 90 work day probationary period, then $23.46/hour
Fully Paid Insurance; PERS Retirement; Sick/Vacation Days; Full Benefits
Description Of Work
GENERAL DUTIES: Performs semi-skilled manual labor in maintaining grounds and related areas, and additionally performs journeyman level work as a grounds department equipment mechanic.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general guidance and direction of a grounds supervisor and/or administrator(s).
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs landscaping and grounds care tasks including seeding, sodding, planting, earthwork and fine grading; waters, weeds and mows lawns; prunes trees and shrubs; rakes leaves; hauls brush and rubbish; removes snow and ice; maintains parking lots and playgrounds; moves furniture, musical instruments and related equipment; installs snow fences; repairs student desks and chairs; minor repair of fencing; fertilizes lawns; sprays for insects and weeds; light repair of irrigation systems; operates trucks, tractors and various yard equipment; serves as the mechanic for grounds department which includes the service, repair and operational maintenance of engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes and all other equipment components; supervises student help; may serve in absence of supervisor; performs other related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS
KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of the care and operation of manual and motorized groundskeeping equipment including trucks and tractors; proper care of lawns, flowers, trees and shrubs. Working knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment of the mechanic trade.
ABILITIES: Ability to perform manual labor; perform a variety of gardening and grounds keeping tasks; to operate equipment; to follow directions; to deal effectively with supervisor and fellow workers. Ability to work from blueprints, plans and sketches; to estimate time needed to complete equipment maintenance projects; to perform acceptable equipment repair work as a mechanic; maintain effective working relationships with others. Proficient in equipment operation and Grounds keeping profession. Ability to repair and maintain light and heavy equipment used by department.
EDUCATION: High school graduate / GED. Must possess at least one of the following certifications: Building Operator Certification (BOC), Commercial Pesticide License, CDL and/or Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI).
EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience as a groundskeeper and one year experience as a mechanic, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Go to www.billingsschools.org and click on "Departments" and then click on "Employment Opportunities" for either the online application form for external applicants or the internal application for internal applicants (currently employed by BPS in a regular or temporary position).
"AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin."
Closes: Open Until Filled
Position Type
Maintenance/Custodial/Groundskeeper
Date Posted
11/5/2025
Location
Various
Date Available
November 2025
Closing Date
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Additional Information: Show/Hide
GROUNDSKEEPER II
12-month position; Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$21.11/hour for 90 work day probationary period, then $23.46/hour
Fully Paid Insurance; PERS Retirement; Sick/Vacation Days; Full Benefits
Description Of Work
GENERAL DUTIES: Performs semi-skilled manual labor in maintaining grounds and related areas, and additionally performs journeyman level work as a grounds department equipment mechanic.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general guidance and direction of a grounds supervisor and/or administrator(s).
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs landscaping and grounds care tasks including seeding, sodding, planting, earthwork and fine grading; waters, weeds and mows lawns; prunes trees and shrubs; rakes leaves; hauls brush and rubbish; removes snow and ice; maintains parking lots and playgrounds; moves furniture, musical instruments and related equipment; installs snow fences; repairs student desks and chairs; minor repair of fencing; fertilizes lawns; sprays for insects and weeds; light repair of irrigation systems; operates trucks, tractors and various yard equipment; serves as the mechanic for grounds department which includes the service, repair and operational maintenance of engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes and all other equipment components; supervises student help; may serve in absence of supervisor; performs other related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS
KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of the care and operation of manual and motorized groundskeeping equipment including trucks and tractors; proper care of lawns, flowers, trees and shrubs. Working knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment of the mechanic trade.
ABILITIES: Ability to perform manual labor; perform a variety of gardening and grounds keeping tasks; to operate equipment; to follow directions; to deal effectively with supervisor and fellow workers. Ability to work from blueprints, plans and sketches; to estimate time needed to complete equipment maintenance projects; to perform acceptable equipment repair work as a mechanic; maintain effective working relationships with others. Proficient in equipment operation and Grounds keeping profession. Ability to repair and maintain light and heavy equipment used by department.
EDUCATION: High school graduate / GED. Must possess at least one of the following certifications: Building Operator Certification (BOC), Commercial Pesticide License, CDL and/or Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI).
EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience as a groundskeeper and one year experience as a mechanic, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Go to www.billingsschools.org and click on "Departments" and then click on "Employment Opportunities" for either the online application form for external applicants or the internal application for internal applicants (currently employed by BPS in a regular or temporary position).
"AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin."
Closes: Open Until Filled
- Please Note: Positions posted as "Open Until Filled" must be posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and then can close at any time after that.
Salary : $21 - $23
