Grounds Crew

School Overview

Voted one of the Top Workplaces in Baltimore by the Baltimore Sun, The St. Paul’s Schools is a family of independent schools in Baltimore County, Maryland. Serving children from infancy through grade 12, our three schools share a 120-acre campus, an Episcopal tradition, and a focus on developing confident, well-balanced students who will use their education and ethics to improve the world. A coordinated structure allows The St. Paul’s Schools to preserve the small-school feel within each school while sharing resources and certain programs to maximize opportunities for students.

Mission: Guided by Episcopal values and a commitment to each student’s full journey, a St. Paul’s education inspires us to lead with love, discover and pursue our unique gifts, and act with courage in all we do.

Vision: St. Paul’s students thrive and serve in a global community. We create transformational experiences through innovative and responsive teaching in a diverse community of authentic belonging.

Position Description

Join our team and help care for a 120+ acre independent school campus that serves as an important part of daily student life. From athletic fields and open spaces to gardens, walkways, and wooded areas, our campus is active year-round and requires a dedicated team to keep it safe, beautiful, and welcoming. This position is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and appreciates seeing the direct results of their efforts. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative Facilities team and contribute to a campus where students learn, play, compete, and gather every day. This position involves outdoor work in all weather conditions and includes mandatory participation in snow removal and support during major campus events.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance of campus grounds, including mowing, trimming, fertilizing, weeding, pruning, and mulching.
• Maintain natural grass and synthetic athletic fields to ensure safety and playability.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment such as mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, blowers, line trimmers, and other landscaping tools.
• Assist in planting, trimming, and care of trees, shrubs, and flower beds.

• Clear debris and maintain cleanliness of roads, walkways, parking lots, and outdoor areas.
• Perform seasonal duties such as leaf cleanup, storm damage repair, and snow and ice removal using plows, blowers, shovels, and salt spreaders.
• Support setup and breakdown for events, including athletic events, outdoor gatherings, and campus functions.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure proper use of equipment and materials.

• Assist with the day-to-day maintenance of athletic fields on campus.
• Prepare athletic fields for practices and events, ensuring a safe playing surface.
• Mark and stripe fields according to sport-specific dimensions and regulations.
• Mow and maintain turf grass to the specified height for athletic activities.
• Implement aeration, moisture control, and top dressing to maintain safe sports field surfaces.
• Assist with irrigation maintenance and repairs. 

• Participate in on-call rotations, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent with experience in groundskeeping, landscaping or related outdoor maintenance work required with experience in athletic field maintenance and/or natural turf preferred.  This candidate will need to have familiarity with the safe operation and maintenance of power equipment and grounds tools, be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, be able to work independently and as part of a team, be willing to work in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks and must have reliable transportation and be punctual. 

While not required, the ideal candidate would also have a basic knowledge of irrigation systems, fertilizers, and grounds care techniques and/or a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or willingness to obtain (if required for equipment).

At St. Paul’s Schools, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and contributions. We believe that diversity enriches education, empowering students to reach their fullest potential. By embracing a culture of inclusion, we prepare our students to succeed in an increasingly interconnected and multicultural world. We stand firmly against all forms of prejudice, including those related to race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic background, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical appearance.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s years of experience and skill set.  For this opportunity, our hourly rate will be between $19.00 and $21.00.  In addition, full-time team members gain access to our robust benefits package designed to support your well-being, inside and outside of work. This includes a competitive healthcare package (medical, dental, and vision), disability protection, participation in our 403(b) retirement plan which has an immediate employer contribution and a generous time off package, including wellness days because we believe you may need a day off ‘just because!’.

Beyond the essentials, we provide a range of added benefits to support your well-being and growth—including a daily lunch stipend, access to multiple on-campus fitness centers, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Full-time employees who enroll their children at The St. Paul’s Schools are also eligible for a generous tuition remission benefit. Your salary will be competitive and aligned with your experience, reflecting the meaningful impact you bring to our community.

Ready to join our team? Please submit your cover letter, resume, and list of references to Shannon Duckett, Executive Director of Human Resources, at sduckett@stpaulsmd.org. The St. Paul’s Schools embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.