Groundskeeper

Overview

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate is seeking a full-time groundskeeper. This role is responsible for assuring the overall pristine appearance of the estate by applying sound ground maintenance and proper maintenance of turf, historic and non-historic landscapes, trees, roads, walks and property lines. This position is classified as essential and must participate in all emergencies, ice and snow removal, and special events.

Valid driver’s license required. Position will require some weekend and holiday work.

$15.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Expected salary for this role is $15.00 - $18.00/hour, dependent on skills and experience

40 hours/week

• Performs the practices that accomplish the estate's turf management program by mowing, trimming, weeding, and applying weed control and fertilization.
• Keep the landscaped areas groomed by raking, edging, mulching, applying weed control and pruning
• Maintain roads and fire lanes that are clean, clear of debris and free of potholes and ruts; accomplished by hand tools and power equipment
• Performs tree and debris removal, including hauling logs and cutting them to size for removal or splitting for firewood, using hand tools, chain saws, and chippers.
• Trash and recycling collection throughout the estate
• Assists with the maintenance of the storm drainage systems by keeping storm drains and traps clean and clear, digging and replacing broken drainage pipes when necessary.
• Fall leaf removal by using a variety of hand tools, tarps, blowers, and vacuums
• Water trees, shrubs and turf during establishment periods or during droughts
• Assists with construction projects by digging, mixing concrete, hauling materials, setting up fences and by operating a variety of equipment
• Supports other departments by assisting with office moves, moving boxes, rearranging furniture or moving IT equipment
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Position requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Valid driver's license
• Experience in operating a variety of farm and turf equipment including tractors, trimmers, mowers and blowers
• Ability to work independently and with a minimum of supervision

• All groundskeeping activities require bending, lifting, squatting, pulling and pushing, and the ability to regularly walk up and down hills and across pasture-like terrain in all forms of weather
• Ability to lift 30lbs, push 20lbs;
  Ability to drag, carry, load and unload various items

• 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
• Employee recognition at 5 years of service
• Monthly employee events
• Employee referral program
• On-site Library
• Discount on Public Event Tickets
• Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
• Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
• Free parking
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Paid leave for Sick Time, Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible spending account for medical care

Mount Vernon is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills, experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, performance, and qualifications without regard to race, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran and military status, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Mount Vernon will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.