Facilities and Grounds Maintenance Technician Associate

Proviso Township High Schools • Forest Park, IL

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities and Grounds Maintenance Technician Associate position is a full-time, non-exempt role within the Custodial and Maintenance Division. This position is responsible for assisting with the upkeep and maintenance of school grounds, including landscaping, cleaning, and minor repairs. The role requires a willingness to learn, physical fitness, and the ability to work as part of a team. The position operates on a 260-day work year (12.5 months) and reports to the Custodial and Maintenance Building Lead and the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Requirements

• High school student or graduate (vocational or technical trade program preferred).
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, and working outdoors in various weather.
• Must demonstrate dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Interest in outdoor work, landscaping, or maintenance.
• Ability to safely use basic tools and grounds equipment (rakes, shovels, mowers, trimmers).
• Reliable, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Basic mechanical knowledge or tool experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mowing lawns, trimming edges, and maintaining grass areas using hand and power tools.
• Help plant, water, and prune trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Clean outdoor areas, including sidewalks, playgrounds, and parking lots.
• Collect and dispose of trash and debris from school grounds and fields.
• Assist in maintaining fences, gates, and door hardware (hinges, latches, locks) as needed.
• Help maintain and repair small equipment such as mowers, blowers, and trimmers.
• Assist with painting, raking leaves, and spreading mulch or gravel.
• Support snow and ice removal during winter months (if applicable).
• Follow all safety rules and procedures and use protective gear properly.
• Work closely with the Lead Groundman or Maintenance Supervisor to complete daily tasks.
• Maintenance grounds vehicle and equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Snow removal.
• Sports field lining and grooming.
• Debris grounds canvasing.
• Enter school dude for building repairs and closeout when complete.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the administration.

Benefits

• As set forth in the current agreement between the Board of Education of Proviso Township High Schools District 209, Cook County, Illinois, and Proviso Custodial and Maintenance Union SEIU Local 73, CTW, 2025-2030.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED