Groundskeeper I/II/III

James City County•Williamsburg, FL

12d•$37,479 - $66,196

About The Position

Performs responsible work maintaining the appearance of grounds at various facilities. Duties include cutting grass, repairing damaged lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, applying horticultural chemicals, and securing areas for public safety during emergencies. The position has three levels, distinguished by the work performed and employee qualifications. Groundskeeper I: $37,479–$57,752 per year; no additional requirements. Groundskeeper II: $40,022–$61,823 per year; must possess or be able to obtain Virginia State Certification in Category 60 Registered Technician in pesticide application within six months of hire. Groundskeeper III: $42,758–$66,196 per year; must meet Groundskeeper II requirements, possess at least a valid Class B Virginia Commercial Driver’s License, and possess or be able to obtain the certificate for Certified Virginia fertilizer applicators within six months of hire. The overall stated salary range is $37,479–$66,196 per year, depending on qualifications, plus full-time County benefits. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. A fully completed application is required; cover letters and resumes may also be attached.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.
Some experience with the methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in grounds maintenance, as needed to maintain gardens, building grounds, and paved areas.
Possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record under James City County criteria.
Knowledge of customer-service principles and processes, including setting and meeting service-quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor.
Ability to operate powered groundskeeping equipment and electric hand tools.
Ability to deal courteously with the public, follow oral and written instructions, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and the public.
Groundskeeper II: Possess or be able to obtain Virginia State Certification in Category 60 Registered Technician in pesticide application within six months of hire.
Groundskeeper III: Meet Groundskeeper II requirements; possess at least a valid Class B Virginia Commercial Driver’s License; and possess or be able to obtain the Certified Virginia fertilizer applicator certificate within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Maintain grounds by mowing, edging, weeding, watering, trimming, raking, and planting; clear debris and snow from sidewalks and other paved areas; and create passageways around County buildings as needed.
Maintain groundskeeping equipment through preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance.
Move office furniture, boxes, voting machines, and other items as requested, and assist with special-event setup.
Assist with building maintenance, repairs, renovations, and special construction projects as required.
Operate mowing equipment, small handheld powered equipment, athletic-field maintenance equipment, and small utility tractors, including tractors with front-end loaders.
For specified Construction Maintenance Worker roles, apply horticultural pesticides and operate equipment used to maintain stormwater facilities and grounds maintenance areas.
For the specified Construction Maintenance Worker III role, serve as Crew Lead as needed; operate heavy equipment requiring a Commercial Driver’s License; and apply seed, fertilizer, and pesticides to athletic fields, roadway medians, landscaped beds, and other turfgrass areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.