Landscape Workers

About the role

The Facilities Management unit of the Division of Facilities and Services is seeking applications for Landscape Worker positions. Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Lead, this position will maintain and care for the exterior appearance of institutional buildings, lawns, plantings and grounds surrounding the campus.

Responsibilities

• Mow, seed, and aerate lawns and turf; trim and edge as needed; water lawns, shrubs and ornamental gardens; remove and dispose of debris throughout grounds area.
• Take care of plants, shrubs and flowers located throughout campus, including preparing grounds and beds for planting and seeding, taking soil samples, reporting pest problems, hauling and spreading topsoil and other additives, planting ornamentals, flowers, shrubs and trees, and trimming and pruning landscaping.
• Interpret blueprints or follow verbal and written instructions in performing skilled landscape maintenance and construction.
• Operate, service and maintain all grounds maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, large seeders, riding mowers, snow removal equipment, skid loaders, end loaders and tilt bed trucks.
• Operate, service and maintain hand tools, power tools and equipment such as weedeaters, lawnmowers, roto-tillers, chain saws, fertilizer spreaders, small seeders, sod cutters, walk-behind sweepers, vacs and turf renovators.
• Absorb and assist in the planting, staking and removal of trees as needed.
• Set up plant material for use at Special Events.
• Remove snow and spread de-icers on all public passageways by means of hand tools, power brooms, tractors and trucks.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations on all occasions and must be available for telephone contact during all emergency and environmentally unsafe conditions.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one (1) year of work experience in areas such as: heavy equipment operation, farm operations and equipment use, highway maintenance, building construction, public works, and park maintenance.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and lawn care within a commercial and/or residential environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods.
• Climbing, stooping, bending and working from ladders.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Excellent eye to hand coordination.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package, 12 paid holidays and generous paid time off, as well as many other discounts and services.

Pay

Pay Grade: 10

Schedule

Full Time, Part Time, and Temporary employment available at different times throughout the year

Work Location

Varies based on needs

Work Days

Varies based on needs of department

Division of Facilities and Services

The Division of Facilities and Services encompasses two units that are integral to the University’s success. Our units employ talented and skilled workers whose jobs range from maintaining, protecting and improving the University’s buildings and grounds. Facilities and Services takes care of every aspect of WVU so that its employees, students and guests are safe and satisfied on campus.

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees. From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures. At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers. Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.