What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian - Seasonal Field Maintenance - Groundskeeper position at Orono Public Schools?
- This is a variable hour position expected to work 30-40 hours per week, now through mid-October 2026, depending on weather and field schedule.
- Maintain the playing surface by mowing, edging, fertilizing grass playing surface areas, maintaining skinned surfaces and edge areas.
- Repair and maintain the game mound, home plate area, and bullpen mounds.
- Tarp the field, top dressing, aerating, and general turf maintenance.
- Assist with irrigation system monitoring and watering of the field as directed.
- Maintain grass areas outside the playing surface by mowing, trimming, and edging.
- Safely operate equipment such as 1 ton pickup with a dump box, mowers, trimmers, sod cutters, compactor, powered and non-powered hand tools, field liner, sprayer, blower, drags and sand pro.
- Prepare the field completely for gamedays (mow, paint, pack, chalk, drag, bases, etc.).
- Perform weed control, remove debris and garbage, report/correct vandalism.
- Perform light carpentry repairs to field, fencing, dugouts, bleachers, etc.
- Have excellent organizational & communication skills and a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and a passion to be successful in the sports industry.
- Be able to assess conditions, operate independently and complete tasks without supervision.
- Assist in other grounds related projects as needed. (i.e. forestry, horticulture, playgrounds and other amenities).
- Other duties as assigned.
- Focus on details and commitment to doing a good job required.
- Experience in field maintenance, painting, and repair.
- Experience grounds maintenance, cleaning in a commercial setting preferred.
- Ability to get along with district employees and be courteous and helpful with students and general public.
- Ability to stand and/or walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, and/or climb stairs.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to work in a variety of conditions and environments (e.g. dusty, wet, cold, hot, high humidity, noisy, indoors, outdoors, at heights, and in small spaces).
- Previous experience with outdoor field grounds maintenance.
- Mechanical experience with outdoor maintenance equipment.
- Familiarity and comfortable with the operation of grounds and landscaping equipment and tools.
JobID: 2376
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker
Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker
Date Posted:
4/8/2026
4/8/2026
Location:
Orono Public Schools
Orono Public Schools
Date Available:
ASAP
ASAP
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled
Job Summary:
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Pay: $20.00 per hour.
This role is eligible for Earned Sick and Safe time at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs
District Website: www.oronoschools.org
Contact:
Chad Eischens, Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds
952-449-8345 chad.eischens@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs
District Website: www.oronoschools.org
Contact:
Chad Eischens, Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds
952-449-8345 chad.eischens@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us
Salary : $20