Groundskeeper - Monroe Park Campus

VCU’s Facilities Management Department is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain a healthy, safe, and attractive landscape on the Academic and Medical Campuses.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps and collects litter and debris from turf, landscaped areas, sidewalks, streets, and alleys using hand tools and power equipment, including litter vacuum machines.
• Empties trash cans and replaces liners for assigned exterior trash and recycling containers.
• Keeps recycling waste stream separate from landfill-bound trash.
• Reports and corrects trash and recycling container maintenance issues (e.g., stickers, graffiti, wear, or damage) in accordance with University policy.
• Supports litter collection during special events.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools, and equipment safely, including performing visual and fluid checks, recognizing unsafe conditions, and reporting damage or needed repairs.
• Organizes, secures, and maintains work areas, tools, and equipment in good condition.
• Enters accurate daily timecards in the computer system using correct work orders per AiM SOPs.
• Works during emergencies or University closures due to uncertain weather conditions; may be designated as "on-call."
• Operates snow removal tools and equipment (e.g., plows, spreaders, 4x4 vehicles, off-road vehicles), chainsaws, pruning tools, blowers, and mowers in normal and adverse conditions.
• Wears appropriate PPE as required by task or department policy.
• Identifies, corrects, or reports potential hazards to safe work, customers, and the public.
• Follows instructions from lead workers or supervisors; may lead a team in their absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including mowing, mulching, weed control, leaf collection, and snow removal.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Able to perform 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 timecards and charge time against multiple work requests.
• General knowledge of professional landscape maintenance practices and safe operation of grounds equipment.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with diverse faculty, staff, and students, or a commitment to do so.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays during special events, emergencies, and inclement weather.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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, including tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs.
• Employee discounts.
• Well-being resources.
• Abundant opportunities for career development and advancement.

Pay

$37,440 per year.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM.
• May be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May be needed during special events, emergencies, and inclement weather.
• May be designated as "on-call."
• 40 hours per week.