Overview
TWO POSITIONS WILL BE FILLED FROM THIS RECRUITMENT
To properly maintain the landscape of the University to present a neat, clean and well-maintained appearance. This will include the performance of grounds maintenance, operate grounds maintenance equipment such as truck with or without manual transmission, riding and push mowers, tractors, and small powered equipment. This will also include horticulture practices such as mowing, planting, litter removal and other aspects associated with the upkeep of the landscape of the campus.
This position is designated as essential personnel for emergency closings.
- Perform grounds maintenance to maintain a neat and clean campus appearance.
- Operate grounds maintenance equipment (truck, mowers, tractors, small powered equipment).
- Conduct horticulture tasks such as mowing, planting, litter removal, and other landscape upkeep activities.
- Support essential operations during emergencies as designated.
Skills and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of maintaining and planting trees, shrubs, and flowers.
- Basic knowledge of pruning, mowing, trash removal, weed control, fertilization, sweeping, raking, digging, watering, snow removal, ice management, and spreading salt or sand.
- Basic knowledge of pruning various species of shrubs and trees.
- Basic knowledge and experience with grounds equipment and some knowledge of pesticides.
- Basic mechanical knowledge to recognize equipment malfunctions and recognize irrigation issues.
- Ability to work in extreme heat or cold; lift/carry 50 pounds many times per week; read and write; work independently or with others.
- Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record; ability to acquire a valid Pesticide Technician License within 1 year of employment.
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Level and Type of Experience- Basic horticultural experience in garden and landscape maintenance.
- Basic knowledge of insects, diseases, weed identification, and plant material.
- Experience using hand tools and operating related equipment.
- Virginia Department of Agriculture Certified Technician or Commercial Applicator 3A or 3B License.
- Professional Certifications or memberships (VNLA, ISA, PLANET, State Master Gardener Program, VTC, or similar).
- Irrigation repair experience.
- Membership in horticulture-related organizations.
- Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to work during university closings.
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Application Details- Job Requisition Number: S03064
- Open To: General Public
- Open Date: 09/29/2025
- Close Date: Open Until Filled
- Special Instructions: Please attach resume.
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Equity statements and reasonable accommodations apply as described in the posting. See posting for full details.
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