Maintenance-Groundskeeping Parish & School (NE)(2026-2027)

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish & School, a collaborative campus in Essex, Maryland, serving both our Catholic faith community and a PreK-12 coeducational Catholic school, is seeking applicants for the position of Maintenance-Groundskeeper Worker. This part-time, 10-month-per-year position is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, cleanliness, and functionality of the property under the supervision and guidance of the Building Superintendent.

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  Cut and maintain grass, including mowing, trimming, and edging lawns and athletic fields.
  
  


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  Line and prepare sports fields for games and practices (e.g., football, baseball, and soccer).
  
  


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  Perform general landscaping duties, including leaf removal, planting, and debris cleanup.
  
  


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  Deliver packages and materials to designated areas throughout the property.
  
  


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  Conduct minor building maintenance and repairs, such as changing light bulbs, performing basic repairs, and maintaining common areas.
  
  


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  Maintain the cleanliness of both indoor and outdoor spaces, including walkways, entrances, and shared areas.
  
  


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  Assist the Athletic Department with field setup, breakdown, and event preparation.
  
  


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  Support game-day operations as needed, including equipment setup and field inspections.
  
  


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  Report maintenance issues and safety concerns to management.
  
  


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  Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal and storm cleanup, as needed.
  
  


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  Maintain periodic on-call availability for after-hours emergencies.
  
  

Position Qualifications

• Previous groundskeeping and/or maintenance experience preferred.


• Ability to operate landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and field-lining equipment.


• Basic knowledge of athletic field preparation is preferred.


• Basic knowledge of building maintenance and repair.


• Ability to lift, carry, and move at least 50 pounds.


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods, as well as safely use a ladder.


• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.


• Possession of a valid driver's license with fewer than three (3) points.


• Full adherence to compliance policies designed to protect the safety and well-being of minors entrusted to our care.

Pay Range:  $18.00 - $20.00, Hourly

Benefits:

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.