Senior Groundskeeper- Anticipated

Job Opening Information Senior Groundskeeper- Anticipated

Application Deadline

6/2/2026

Position Start Date

7/20/2026

Position Title

Senior Groundskeeper- Anticipated

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$54,652.00

Job Description

Senior Groundskeeper - Anticipated

12 Month Position

Minimum Salary: $54,652.00

Salary Commensurate with experience as per CSEA Contract

Hours: 6:30am - 3:00pm, M-F

The Goshen Central School District is seeking a 12-month Senior Groundskeeper. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Facilities in accordance with established rules and regulations and involves the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Supervision is exercised over the work of the Maintenance Workers in the Grounds Department.

Minimum Requirements:

Must meet NYSED Fingerprinting requirements

Must meet civil service requirements

Valid Driver's License required

Minimum of 2 years' experience in maintaining property and sports fields

Typical Duties:

This position is responsible for supervising and participating in grounds maintenance for the Goshen Central School District. The role combines hands-on outdoor work with oversight of staff and maintenance operations.

Typical Duties:

Knowledge of the accepted procedures and practices of grounds maintenance work

Knowledge of basic and routine maintenance of grounds equipment

Good knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment, materials and terminology of grounds maintenance activities

Ability to effectively supervise and manage employees

Ability to plan the work for the grounds crew

Participate in grounds maintenance activities including but not limited to cutting grass, clearing brush, repairing parking areas, painting and leveling athletic fields, and lay out fields for seasonal sports including getting them ready for games

Ability to operate a truck and other grounds equipment

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Ability to perform routine manual work

Maintains and prepares facilities and equipment for each season

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position including being able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis

Ability to organize and plan for snow removal

Maintains grounds and facilities including but not limited to lawns, walkways, driveways, snow and trash removal

Ability to perform other tasks assigned by the Director of Facilities

Ability to prepare schedule of daily operations of grounds department including working in conjunction with the Athletic Director

Ability to maintain inventory

Good communication skills required

Basic computer skills required

Knowledge of grounds keeping tools, materials, and equipment

Civil Service Title

SENIOR GROUNDSKEEPER

Job Qualifications

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to supervise workers

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Recordkeeping/report-writing ability

Dependability

Physical ability to perform manual outdoor labor

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position, including being able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis

Ability to perform other tasks assigned by the Director of Facilities

Basic computer skills required

Maintains grounds and facilities, including but not limited to lawns, walkways, driveways, snow and trash removal.

Application Procedure

Please apply on the Goshen Central School District Employment page www.gcsny/about-us/employment

Job Category

Buildings & Grounds

Job Location

Buildings & Grounds