Grounds Worker- Part-Time

Posted Monday, September 4, 2023

Virginia Military Institute is accepting applications for a part-time grounds worker for Facilities Management.

Job Description:

• Perform day-to-day work schedule with a grounds crew as needed.
• Maintain a variety of planting, landscaped areas and tasks that include but are not limited to mowing, set ups, deliveries, minor equipment maintenance, grounds care and maintenance, landscape installation, snow and ice removal, applying nutrients as required and police grounds.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of trucks, mowers and various other equipment related to preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management such as event preparation and support, inclement weather support, special project teams, tree maintenance. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening).
• Problem solving skills and adaptability.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with clean driving record required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using grounds related equipment and user level maintenance.
• Experience with fertilizers and pesticides.
• Knowledge of plants, trees, flowers, and grasses.

Candidates can apply at: Grounds Worker- Part-Time- Job Application

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment, educational opportunities, programs and services.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322