What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Maintenance Technician position at Concord Academy?
Concord Academy (CA), an independent college preparatory school for grades 9 through 12 located in Concord, Massachusetts, has an opening in our Facilities & Operations Department for a Grounds Maintenance Technician to start immediately. We actively seek applicants who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse and equitable school community. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong desire to play a vital role in this mission-caring for the campus so that students, faculty and staff can do their best work.
Position Summary
The Grounds Maintenance Technician supports the daily care and long-term stewardship of CA’s 39-acre main campus and the Moriarty Athletic Campus. The ideal candidate has experience in grounds or athletic turf maintenance, with skills in irrigation repair, safe operation of grounds equipment, and a working knowledge of turf and landscape care. This is a hands-on, team-oriented position contributing to a safe, sustainable, and welcoming campus environment. Monday–Friday schedule, year-round, with early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed for weather or events. This position will report to the Grounds Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
Grounds & Landscape Care
- Mow, trim, edge, mulch, weed, prune, and manage leaf and brush removal.
- Maintain planting beds and assist with seasonal plantings.
- Support CA’s sustainability goals through organic/low-impact treatments, reduced irrigation, and the use of battery-powered equipment where feasible.
Athletic Turf & Fields
- Perform aeration, dethatching, topdressing, overseeding, soil testing, and fertility amendments.
- Prepare and line athletic fields; maintain clay infields and tennis courts.
- Operate and maintain walk-behind and riding/reel mowers; assist with reel sharpening and adjustments.
Irrigation
- Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems, including heads, valves, and mainline leaks.
- Conduct seasonal startup and winterization; adjust coverage and programming for efficiency.
Equipment & Safety
- Safely operate utility vehicles, tractors, compact tractors, skid-steers, aerators, and snow/ice equipment.
- Perform daily/weekly equipment checks; report maintenance needs promptly.
- Follow all CA safety protocols and use proper PPE. Maintain an organized shop and yard.
Winter Operations
- Participate in snow and ice response, including plowing, sanding/salting, and walkway clearing.
- Provide on-call or rotational support during storms and weather events.
Collaboration & Service
- Work effectively within a diverse, inclusive, and team-oriented environment grounded in Common Trust.
- Interact courteously with students, faculty, staff, and visitors; assist with event setup and support.
- Use CA’s work order system to track tasks and closeouts (training provided).
Qualifications:
Required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in grounds, landscape, parks, golf course, or athletic turf maintenance.
- Demonstrated irrigation troubleshooting and repair skills.
- Proficiency with grounds equipment and safe operation practices.
- Working knowledge of turf care fundamentals.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift/move 50 lbs., work outdoors in all seasons, and stand or walk for extended periods.
Preferred
- Experience with athletic field striping and game-day preparation.
- Basic horticultural knowledge and pruning techniques.
- Skid-steer or compact tractor experience.
- Massachusetts Hoisting License 2B preferred or willingness to obtain.
- Forklift certification a plus.
- Familiarity with organic or low-impact landscape practices.
- Massachusetts pesticide applicator or core license (not required).
- OSHA-10 and/or CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
- Comfort using a CMMS or work-order application (training provided).
Personal Attributes
- Dependable team player who communicates clearly and follows through.
- Flexible, solutions-oriented, and able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic school setting.
- Committed to CA’s values of inclusion, sustainability, and Common Trust.
- Continuous learner who shares knowledge and supports a safe workplace culture.
The school provides competitive benefits, and salary is commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates are asked to send a cover letter, and resume via the ADP portal
addressed to Michael McSorley, Director of Operations.
To learn more about Concord Academy, please visit our website: www.concordacademy.org.
Salary : $45,000 - $50,000