What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Maintenance/Grounds Worker position at RE-1 Valley School District?
- Assist with general building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep
- Perform grounds work, including mowing, trimming, watering, and weed control
- Support painting, cleaning, and minor construction projects
- Help move furniture, equipment, and classroom materials
- Assist with summer preparation projects for the upcoming school year
- Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition
- Follow all district safety procedures and guidelines
- Work collaboratively with maintenance and custodial staff
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred (students eligible)
- Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor conditions
- Basic knowledge of tools and equipment preferred
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to follow directions
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
- Valid driver's license preferred
- Ability to pass a background check per district requirements
JobID: 1956
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Summer Maintenance
Maintenance/Custodial/Summer Maintenance
Date Posted:
4/16/2026
4/16/2026
Location:
District Wide
District Wide
Date Available:
End of May
End of May
Employment Type: Temporary / Seasonal (Summer)
Duration: Approx. May August (flexible based on district needs)
Hours: 15-29.75 hours per week (weather and project dependent)
Salary Range & Category: starting $16.39/hour (depending on experience) on Classified Hourly Salary Schedule
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Maintenance Director / Facilities Supervisor
Position Summary
Re-1 Valley School District is seeking dependable and hardworking individuals to assist with summer maintenance and grounds operations. This position supports the upkeep, repair, and improvement of district facilities and outdoor spaces to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and the community.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Additional Requirements
Physical Requirements may include:
Climbing Heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. Near acuity
Kneeling Working at heights up to 30' Far acuity
Stooping Exposure to electrical shock Hearing
Repetitive motion Exposure to weather Smelling
Reaching Field of vision
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Notation:
All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality. All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District's website.
RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools, and two preschools and serves approximately 1,920 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley School District utilizes a 4-day school week schedule (Tuesday-Friday).
RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations and interaction among students, parents and community. Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information, including updated job postings and salary schedules.
Caliche Elementary and Caliche Jr/Sr High School, located outside Iliff, CO, are a part of RE-1 Valley School District. The District Administration Center is located in Sterling, CO (Logan County) in the Northeastern corner of Colorado on Interstate 76 alongside the Platte River. Having the largest population, approximately 13,900, in Logan County and much of the surrounding area, Sterling offers shopping, restaurants, numerous parks, a recreation center, access to medical care, and is located near North Sterling Reservoir. Sterling is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport and 2 hours from Denver and the Front Range (I-25 corridor).
RE-1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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