Mowing Crew Intern

Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA

10d•$16

About The Position

Reporting to the Grounds Operations Supervisor, the Grounds Intern supports the Grounds Department in the maintenance of the University grounds. This position will assist mowing crews and be required to operate a hand-held trimmer and backpack blower, and assist with mulching projects and landscape bed maintenance throughout the summer. Based on experience may operate various trucks, carts, commercial-type riding mowers, push mowers, rototillers, weed eaters, and small power and hand tools.

Requirements

General/manual labor related experience.
Must have the ability to safely operate weed eaters and blowers, with potential to operate commercial type mowers, tractors, and power tools based on experience; perform required duties safely in a densely populated area.
Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance; work for long periods of time standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending, and pushing/pulling.
Ability to communicate effectively, work cooperatively within a team setting, and be able to understand, comprehend and follow directions in the workplace.
Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.

Nice To Haves

Must have a valid driver's license.
Previous experience in grounds care.
Experience using commercial riding mowers, tractors, small power and hand tools.
Experience performing grounds maintenance in populated areas.

Responsibilities

Assist mowing crews
Operate a hand-held trimmer and backpack blower
Assist with mulching projects
Assist with landscape bed maintenance
Operate various trucks, carts, commercial-type riding mowers, push mowers, rototillers, weed eaters, and small power and hand tools

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