Groundskeeper (Full-Time) at InsideHigherEd

Groundskeeper (Full-Time)

New River Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under a state-wide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia with an instructional site in Christiansburg. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.

The people employed by New River Community College embrace the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.

New River Community College is seeking a dedicated and hardworking groundskeeper to help maintain the beauty and functionality of our vibrant campus. As a key member of our facilities team, the successful applicant will play an important role in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Duties:

• Maintain lawns, gardens, walkways, and other outdoor campus areas
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, etc.)
• Perform seasonal tasks, including leaf removal and snow/ice clearing
• Assist with campus event setup and takedown as needed
• Monitor grounds for safety hazards and report maintenance issues
• Plant and care for flowers, shrubs, and trees
• Follow all safety procedures and campus policies

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscaping, grounds keeping, or similar field
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Familiarity with grounds maintenance tools and equipment
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform manual labor

Additional Considerations
Additional factors that may be considered include:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

For complete description and to apply, please visit https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89026

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.