Groundskeeper
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Maintenance
Posted on May 25, 2023
Summary
VCU's Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Groundskeeper within their Facilities Operations unit to maintain a healthy, safe, attractive landscape on the Academic and Medical Campuses.
Groundskeepers are tasked with completing assignments in a timely manner in accordance with department standards; maintain landscapes while working under the direction of a lead worker and supervisor; observe and report waste/landscape maintenance needs; inform supervisors of problems with particular tasks and seek direction; and may work weekends (Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and special events (after hours) as needed.
Minimum Hiring Standards
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Able to perform a repetitive, physically demanding task daily.
- Able to safely operate vehicles in a congested environment.
- Able to work and communicate effectively with others.
- Able to read, write, and speak English.
- Able to use a personal computer to enter accurate time cards and charge time against multiple work requests.
- General knowledge of professional landscape maintenance practices and grounds equipment and the safe operation of same.
- Nights weekends and holidays may be required during special events, emergencies and inclement weather
- Valid State of Virginia Driver License is required
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
- At least one year of residential, commercial, municipal, park, turf or horticulture experience working is preferred.
- VDACS Pesticide Registered Technician or Commercial Applicator Certification in category 3A or #B is preferred
- Valid State of Virginia Driver's License
Physical Demands & Activities
Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Essential
Pushing/Pulling: Essential
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Marginal
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Essential
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential
Environmental Conditions
Extreme heat/cold: Essential
Extreme Noise: Essential
Vibrations: Essential
Fumes: Essential
Mists/gases: Essential
Emotional Demands
Fast pace: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential
Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 am-3:00pm; Overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required for special events and inclement weather; On call to respond to grounds emergencies
ORP Eligible: No
VCU Slotting: Groundskeeper FM 1-3 (17031-17033)
Close Date: June 16, 2023
Salary Range: $35,000
Position Details:
Department: Facilities Management, Facilities Operations
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt