Groundskeeper - Monroe Park Campus

Unit: Facilities Operations Admin

Department: Facilities Ops Admin

VCU’s Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Groundskeeper within the Facilities Operations
unit

• Sweeps and collects litter and debris from turf and landscapedareas, sidewalks, streets, and alleys with various hand tools andpower equipment including litter vacuum machine
• Empties trash cans and replaces trash can liners for assignedexterior trash and recycling containers
• Keeps recycling waste stream separate from trash destined forlandfill
• Reports and corrects trash and recycling container maintenance issues including stickers, graffiti, wear, or other damage in accordance with University policy
• Supports litter collection during special events

• Understands and demonstrates safe operation of vehicles, tools,and equipment
• Performs visual and fluid checks on power equipment and vehicles
• Recognizes and corrects unsafe conditions or practices
• Identifies maintenance needs, performs basic maintenance suchas adding fluids, inflating tires, or adjusting tools asneeded
• Reports any damage and/or needed repairs to supervisor
• Work areas, tools, and equipment are organized, secure, and maintained in good condition

• Independently enters accurate timecards in computer on a daily basis using correct work orders in accordance with AiM SOPs

• This position is designated to work at VCU during emergenciesor when the University closes during uncertain weather conditions.
  
  This position is also subject to being designated as"on-call."
• Safely operates vehicles, tools, and equipment including snow removal tools and equipment (plows, spreaders, 4x4 vehicles, andoff-road vehicles), chainsaws, pruning tools, blowers, mowers,  normal and in adverse conditions
• Wears appropriate PPE as required by task or departmentpolicy
• Identifies, corrects, or reports potential hazards to safework, customers, and the public
• Follows instructions of lead workers or other supervisors; maybe responsible for team during supervisor or lead workerabsence
• Performs assigned tasks in accordance with department standards
• Other duties as assigned including but not limited to mowing,mulching, weed control, leaf collection, and snow removal

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Able to perform a repetitive, physically demanding tasks daily
• Able to safely operate vehicles in a congested environment
• Able to work and communicate effectively with others
• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Able to use a personal computer to enter accurate time cardsand charge time against multiple work requests
• General knowledge of professional landscape maintenance practices and grounds equipment and the safe operation of same
• Nights weekends and holidays may be required during special events, emergencies and inclement weather
• Valid Driver License is required
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty,staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or acommitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

• VDACS Pesticide Registered Technician or Commercial Applicatorcertification in category 3A or 3B is preferred
• At least one year of residential, commercial, municipal, park,or similar turf, horticulture, or arboriculture experience is preferred

Salary Range: $37,440

Benefits :
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Work Days/

Hours:

Monday-Friday; 6:30am-3:00pm; may be neededto work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays; may be needed towork during special events, emergencies, and inclement weather; mayneed to be on-call.

Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

University

Job Title:

17031N - Groundskeeper FM 1