Landscape Lead Worker

James Madison University•Harrisonburg, VA

9d•$36,000 - $39,000•Onsite

About The Position

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Landscape Lead Worker. This is a full-time, classified staff position. The shift is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather. There is a slightly alternate schedule during the summer months. The employee in this position will be considered designated, meaning the work performed is essential to university operations and the employee will be required to work during periods of authorized closings.

Requirements

Working knowledge of general landscaping practices and procedures.
Knowledge of turf maintenance and installation.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to lead a small group of employees.
Ability to operate tractors, trucks, backpack blowers, chainsaws, snow-blowers, and a variety of hand tools.
Ability to do physically demanding work for extended periods of time with or without an accommodation and in a variety of environmental conditions.
Must be at least 19 years old.
Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 24 consecutive months.

Responsibilities

Leads the work of others on all landscaping tasks such as weed eating, grading, sign/post installation, mowing, snow removal, and athletic field maintenance.
Schedules work and perform all landscaping maintenance on campus to create an area that is attractive.
Operates safely and properly a variety of heavy equipment such as mowers, dump trucks, and highly complex mowing equipment to maintain attractive grounds.
Uses pesticides safely as directed including proper application, storage, and/or disposal.