Maintenance and Grounds Associate

About the role

Portledge is seeking an experienced Maintenance and Grounds Associate to join our Facilities team. Responsibilities will include developing an athletic field maintenance plan ensuring all fields are in top shape, assisting with maintenance-related projects on campus including mail delivery, set up and breakdown of events, general repair and maintenance, and painting. This position must also be available during inclement weather for snow removal and other emergencies as necessary. This is a full-time, 12-month staff position working a schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and reporting to the Director of Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, weed grounds, and maintain walking paths
• Clean and maintain tennis courts and common outdoor spaces
• Perform seasonal landscaping tasks including planting, mulching, snow removal and leaf removal
• Assist with setup and takedown for outdoor events
• Willingness and ability to respond to snow, ice and other related weather conditions as needed, including outside of standard working hours, to ensure fields, courts, and facilities are safe and playable
• Assist with school repairs and event setups as required by Director of Facilities including but not limited to painting, fixture replacements, carpentry
• Assist with basic plumbing and electrical tasks under supervision and as needed
• Serve as the school's lead on interior and exterior painting projects, including surface