What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building and Grounds Seasonal Helper position at FESSENDEN SCHOOL?
About Us
The Fessenden School is an all-boys independent day and boarding school serving 540 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 9th Grade who come from all over the world. The Fessenden School’s mission is to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For more than 100 years, The Fessenden School has offered state-of-the-art facilities, curriculum, and programs specifically designed to meet the educational needs of boys.
Position Summary
The Building & Grounds Seasonal Worker is responsible for the care and maintenance of the school grounds.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Collect trash throughout campus
- Upkeep of the trash compactor area
- Police are all around the buildings and walkways for litter and trash
- Check and maintain swimming pools (seasonal)
- Weed, mulch, seed, mow, and water plants
- Rake and disposal of leaves (seasonal)
- Furniture moving, function set-ups
- Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule
- June 1st to August 28th, 2026
- Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is between $19.00 - $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work independently,
- Successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical examination
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The requirements for performing the duties of this position are as follows:
- Prolonged periods of walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling
- Must be physically able to operate power equipment weighing 50 to 80lbs
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
- Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions
To Apply
Apply through Fessenden’s Career Site. Please include a resume and three references.
The Fessenden School encourages applications from candidates with diverse or minority backgrounds.
Salary : $19 - $22