Maintenance Technician - Grounds - Class 4

Maintenance Technician - Grounds - Class 4 JobID: 2448 Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds WorkerDate Posted: 9/21/2026Location: Orono Public SchoolsDate Available: ASAP Closing Date: Open Until Filled Additional Information: Show/HideDescription: Maintenance Technician - Grounds Job SummaryThe Maintenance Technician maintains district grounds and facilities in a safe, professional manner. Key responsibilities include turf and landscape care, athletic field setup, irrigation, snow removal, equipment maintenance, and occasional indoor maintenance or custodial work. Reports directly to the Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds.Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Occasional advance-scheduled nights/weekends). Must be willing and able to be on the call list for security, emergency, and weather callbacks.Pay: Class IV ($27.47 - $30.52/hr). Full benefits per Custodial Master Contract.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam & Worksite Leadership: Oversee, mentor, and organize day-to-day work for on-site grounds crews and seasonal staff. Foster a collaborative, safe, and positive team environment.Grounds & Facility Care: Maintain natural/artificial turf, trees, irrigation, parking lots, sidewalks, and athletic facilities. Oversee seasonal snow/ice mitigation, field setups, and quarterly playground inspections.Equipment Maintenance: Inspect, service, lubricate, clean, and repair grounds equipment and vehicles (mowers, plows, sanders, skid steers, mini-busses, sprayers, weed whips, blowers).Operations & Safety: Manage preventive maintenance schedules, work orders, and supply inventory (tools, parts, materials). Monitor vendor/contractor performance. Ensure strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, Fire Marshal, and MDE regulations.Project & Resource Management: Collaboratively partner with the Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds to execute short- and long-term grounds projects, aligning resource allocation, scheduling, and project delivery with overall district plans and standards.Conflict Resolution & Communication: Address work-site disagreements, scheduling conflicts, or performance issues constructively and promptly and escalate when needed. Serve as a clear, professional point of contact between field staff, supervisors, and school administrators.Teamwork & Flexibility: Direct on-site grounds personnel, escalate major repairs, and adapt to changing daily priorities. Assist with occasional indoor building maintenance and custodial needs as assignedQualifications & LicensesEducation & Experience:High School Diploma (or equivalent)2-3 years of relevant ground maintenance experience.Supervisory, crew lead, or project management experience preferred. Technical Skills: Valid MN Class "D" Driver's License and basic computer literacy for work orders and building automation systems.Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on skill operating power equipment and trade tools safely.Required Certifications (or ability to obtain within designated timeframe):120 Days: Mini-Bus Training180 Days: Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator, Certified Pool Operator (CPO)1 Year: Certified Tree Inspector, Special Engineers Boiler License, Certified Playground InspectorPhysical Requirements & Working ConditionsStanding/walking ~80% of the shift; frequent bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, sweeping, mopping, and climbing.Pushing/pulling; lifting up to 40 lbs independently, 10 - 15 lbs overhead, and 50 - 100 lbs with mechanical assistance.Ability to work in varied conditions: indoors/outdoors, high heat, cold weather, tight spaces, heights, noisy, or dusty environments.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.COMPENSATIONHourly Wage: $27.47 - $30.52INSURANCESingle Health: 90% of most plans covered by DistrictEmployee + 1 Health: 85% of most plans covered by DistrictFamily Health: 77% of most plans covered by DistrictDental: Partial Coverage by DistrictLife insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by DistrictLTD insurance: 100% Covered by DistrictEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)VACATION AND HOLIDAYSVacation: 5 Days after 6 months.Holidays: 11 Paid Holiday/YearOTHER BENEFITSLicense StipendsService Pay: 1%Uniforms ProvidedFree First Stop Health Virtual Health Care for all employees and their dependents.RETIREMENT/PENSIONPositions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)Annual TSA Match: $250Questions? Reach out directly to our team:Chad Eischens, Coordinator of Buildings & Grounds | 952-449-8345 | chad.eischens@orono.k12.mn.usDr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources | 952-449-8370 | scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us