Trades Tech -Groundskeeper

Title: TRADES TECH I-GROUNDSKEEPER

State Role

Title:

Trades Technician I

Hiring Range: Salary Range: $36,857/yr. to $50,863/yr.

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Support facility mission by maintaining grounds, streets, sidewalks, and parking lots in a safe and aesthetic manner. Perform preventive maintenance on facility owned and pool vehicles, grounds equipment and other designated gas- and diesel-powered equipment.

• Valid Drivers' License is required.

• Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, rakes
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge on operating vehicles or powered equipment such as lawnmowers, snowblowers
• Ability to work in variable environmental conditions (e.g. hot and cold weather)
• Customer service skills
• Knowledge/skill in utilizing grounds-keeping equipment and herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides, etc., in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision after receiving clear and concise instruction from supervisor.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Name:
Rebecca Richardson

Phone:

Email: rebecca.richardsonginia.gov

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