What are the responsibilities and job description for the Centralized Maintenance/Grounds Worker position at Helena Public Schools?
- Assists in the maintenance and repair of the district grounds through the following activities, including but not limited to: planting, mowing, watering, weeding, snow removal, trash collection, sign installation/replacement and a variety of other related tasks.
- Operates vehicles, equipment, and a variety of hand and small power tools as required to support grounds operations.
- Performs cleaning/maintenance of district facilities.
- Performs sports field maintenance by fertilizing, weed spraying, grass seeding, dragging and leveling infields, and watering.
- Performs various light maintenance as needed.
- Performs general labor work inside and outside district facilities including but not limited to: district wide grounds-keeping; craft support; construction removal/remodel support; handling materials and supplies; activity set-up, support, and removal; field marking; building equipment transfers; operating power-driven equipment; truck driving; snow and ice removal;; roofing; mowing; refuse removal, and maintenance of underground sprinkler systems, etc.
- Valid Montana Commercial Drivers' license is desired;
- Valid Montana Department of Agriculture Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators license is desired;
- Valid Montana low pressure Boilers license is desired;
- Experience operating various types of heavy equipment;
- Experience operating various types of shop equipment, Drill Press, Table Saw, etc;
- Experience in construction (roofing, framing, concrete, basic plumbing, minor electrical, etc;
- Experience with mechanical system equipment maintenance (filter changes, equipment lubrication, belt adjustment and replacement, etc;
- Experience with irrigation system installation and repair;
- Experience with snow removal;
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Five years' experience in grounds maintenance or related work and/or training;
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by the District;
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral diretions, and work cooperatively with others;
- General knowledge of methods, supplies, and tools used in maintaining school grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition is desired.
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Helena School District and the American Federation of State, County and Muncipal Employees.
- Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
JobID: 3218
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker
Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker
Date Posted:
5/4/2026
5/4/2026
Location:
Maintenance
Maintenance
Immediate opening for a Centralized Maintenance/Grounds Worker
At Helena Public schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As a Centralized Maintenance/Grounds Worker you contribute to this mission by keeping the District and grounds in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems or interuptions to the education program. You will work as part of a team of 70 maintenance employees serving 8,000 students and 21 campuses across Helena. This position operates a variety of equipment and performs labor under supervision to contribute to the development and maintenance of Helena Public School grounds. Responsible for maintenance of district properties, facilities and equipment.
Some of what you will do:
Desired Qualifications:
To become part of this dedicated team, you need:
Essential functions of the position include the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as a toolbox and/or building suplies. Occasionaly the empoyee will lift and/or move up to 100 pounds such as bulk furniture with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Current entry level salary is $19.07 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefit package.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application to include three professional references.
This job posting will remain open until filled. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.
Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org.
Important Notes
Current entry level salary is $19.07 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefit package.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application to include three professional references.
This job posting will remain open until filled. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.
Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org.
Important Notes
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation, a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
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