Landscape Lead Worker

Landscape Lead Worker

Working Title:

Landscape Lead Worker

State Role

Title:

Trades Technician III

Position Type:
Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status:
Full-Time

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt:
Eligible for Overtime

College/Division:
Business Services

Department: 100258 - Landscape E&G

Pay Band: 3

Pay Rate:
Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $35,000 - $38,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 7/13/2026

James Madison University's Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Landscape Lead Worker. Shift is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather. There is a slightly alternate schedule during the summer months.

• Leads the work of others on all landscaping tasks such as weed eating, grading, sign/post installation, mowing, snow removal, and athletic field maintenance.
• Schedules work and performs all landscaping maintenance on campus to create an area that is attractive.
• Operates safely and properly a variety of heavy equipment such as mowers, dump trucks, and highly complex mowing equipment to maintain attractive grounds.
• Uses pesticides safely as directed including proper application, storage, and/or disposal.
• The employee in this position will be considered designated, meaning the work performed is essential to university operations and the employee will be required to work during periods of authorized closings.

• Working knowledge of general landscaping practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of turf maintenance and installation.
• Ability to do the following: work independently; lead a small group of employees; operate tractors, trucks, backpack blowers, chainsaws, snow‑blowers, and a variety of hand tools.
• Ability to do physically demanding work for extended periods of time in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Must be at least 19 years old and possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of 24 consecutive months.

• Generous Leave: paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: high-quality health insurance options.
• Retirement Options: benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well‑Being:
  Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work‑life integration.
• Tuition Waiver Program: advanced education for undergraduate and graduate courses at JMU.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I‑9 form and present documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E‑Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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