Part-Time Grounds Maintenance Technician
About The Position
The Science Museum of Virginia is seeking a part-time Grounds Maintenance Technician. The Grounds Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in maintaining the clean, safe and welcoming appearance of the Science Museum of Virginia campus. This position is responsible for ensuring all outdoor areas including walkways, entrances, parking lots, landscaped spaces and event areas are well maintained and inviting for guests year-round. Duties include emptying outdoor trashcans, cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks and exterior surfaces, removing debris and litter, maintaining landscaping and grounds equipment, and organizing tools and supplies. In this role you will also assist the Horticulturist by watering, pruning and trimming plants, as well as assisting with volunteer groups, seasonal maintenance and facility projects. If you are someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working hands-on in an outdoor setting and values contributing to a team that supports creating a welcoming environment for all, we’d love to hear from you! Please note that this is a part-time position and will be scheduled for 29 hours a week on average with a maximum of 1500 hours in a 12-month period. No state benefits are provided. Interested candidates must apply on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site at https://jobs.virginia.gov/.
Requirements
- ability to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions
- valid driver’s license
- general knowledge of professional landscape maintenance practices, grounds equipment and the safe operation of the same
- ability to follow instructions related to breakdown and reassembly of landscaping equipment
- ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions year around
- ability to lift and carry groundskeeping supplies and other equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis
- prolonged walking or standing, frequent bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching on a daily basis
- ability to work a rotating weekend schedule
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of residential, commercial, municipal, park, or similar turf, horticulture or arboriculture experience
- VDACS Pesticide Registered Technician or Commercial Applicator certification in category 3A or 3B
Responsibilities
- emptying outdoor trashcans
- cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks and exterior surfaces
- removing debris and litter
- maintaining landscaping and grounds equipment
- organizing tools and supplies
- assisting the Horticulturist by watering, pruning and trimming plants
- assisting with volunteer groups, seasonal maintenance and facility projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
