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SalaryThe Hermiston School District is seeking applicants for the position of Grounds. The candidate that fills this position will perform a variety of tasks in the care and maintenance of the ground, athletic fields, and irrigation systems, as well as perform routine cleaning and related work in the physical plan, assisting in the maintenance of the building(s) to keep them in a condition of operating order so full educational use may be made at all times. The position begins immediately.
Required Qualifications
Three years experience in grounds, lawn care, landscaping, and irrigation systems.
Possession of a current driver’s license.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Knowledge of basic reading, writing, and arithmetic
Herbicide and pesticide-related licensing as required by the Department of Agriculture.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to use machinery and equipment necessary for spraying, mowing, trimming, cutting, and otherwise maintaining grounds, plants, etc., found on school grounds.
Basic knowledge of small equipment maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of common plant and turf diseases, insects, pests, and methods to control them.
Ability to lay out work and estimate time, tools, and materials needed.
Knowledge of modern cleaning methods and cleaning materials and equipment use and care.
Reasonable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tasks, and materials used to safely, cleanly, and efficiently maintain school buildings and grounds.
Physical strength to perform work-related tasks.
Independent worker; self-starter
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other staff, and the public.
Demonstrated high moral standards and character necessary for working around children.
About the District:
The Hermiston School District is the largest district in eastern Oregon, exceeding 5,300 students in grades kindergarten through 12, with the mission of serving the needs of all students with rigorous and engaging program choices, mutual, respect, and high expectations. The school district includes a 9-12 senior high school, two 6-8 middle schools, and six K-5 elementary schools for students and families.
The school district receives strong support from the Hermiston community. In 2019 voters approved an $82.7 million building project, which included replacement of Rocky Heights Elementary (opened fall 2022); construction of an additional elementary school, Loma Vista (opened fall 2022), and a multi-classroom annex of the high school (opened fall 2023); along with various district-wide renovations. Voters also approved a $69.9 million bond in 2008.
The district employs over 630 full time staff that includes approximately 390 teachers and over 260 classified, support, and supervisory personnel, making it one of the largest employers in the city of Hermiston. A nationally recognized community that embraces its diversity, the district serves some 28,000 residents, where half of the population is Hispanic.
The school district prides itself on the academic achievement of its students, successful athletic programs, nationally recognized club and activity organizations, and its exhaustive list of academic and elective opportunities available to students. The district’s partnership with community organizations is central to its continued success, highlighted by support groups who have provided nearly a half a million dollars to assist students and programs through such venues as the Hermiston Sports Booster Club, Hermiston Education Foundation, Band Boosters, FFA Alumni, and the community sponsorship of the student homebuilding program, to name a few.
About the Community:
The city of Hermiston is a vibrant and growing community of almost 20,000 residents located at the crossroads of the Pacific Northwest, situated near the intersection of I-84 and I-82, just minutes from a Columbia River port and 30 minutes from the Tri-Cities in Washington. Hermiston and the entire Umatilla County area have excellent potential for growth in commercial, industrial, agricultural, as well as residential development. Hermiston boasts over 100 acres for community use, volleyball courts, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, children's play areas, barbeque and picnic areas and more. Located within 10 minutes of downtown Hermiston, both Umatilla and Echo have challenging golf courses. The Columbia River offers tournament level fishing, as well as many water sports including swimming, wind surfing, and boating. Other fishing waters include the Umatilla River, Cold Springs Reservoir and many ponds. Hat Rock State Park is nearby, and the Blue Mountains are within an hour drive, affording a wide variety of fishing, hunting, and camping activities. In the winter, the mountains are home to excellent snow skiing, tubing, snowmobiling, and sledding.
Salary and Benefits:
The Hermiston School District offers an extremely competitive salary and benefits package, which includes PERS retirement employer-paid pick-up and a comprehensive health and benefits package. The full contract year for this position is 8.0 hours/day, 258 days (school year), including 8 paid holidays.
Salary hourly range for 2023-2024: $14.92-$21.00 (based upon verified, comparable previous work experience)
Benefits include:
- Generous monthly insurance allowance (family coverage)
- District-paid employee life insurance
- District-paid PERS pick-up
Application Procedures and Timeline:
It is strongly recommended that you submit your application materials as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted through TalentEd Recruit & Hire.
The applicant must complete/supply the following items through TalentEd:
Application form
Current Resume and cover letter/letter of interest are optional
Reference letters are optional
