Groundskeeper - Virginia Community College System : Job Details

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Posting Summary

Working Title Groundskeeper Role Title Trades Technician I Role Code 79031-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 287W0089 Agency Mountain Gateway Community College Division Mountain Gateway Community College (Div) Work Location Clifton Forge - 560 Hiring Range $12.00 to $13.00 an hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category N-No EEO-4 Reporting Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 3 pm

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.

Moves and arranges furniture and equipment. Takes care of equipment and materials used in work assignments. Mows and edges lawns and other grounds areas. Trims trees, shrubs and hedges.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

High School Diploma

General/manual labor related experience. Must have a valid driver's License. Must have the ability to safely operate commercial type mowers, and tractors. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more; work for long periods of time standing.

Additional Considerations

Previous experience in grounds care in an institutional or commercial setting.

Experience using commercial riding mowers, tractors, small power and hand tools. Experience performing grounds maintenance in populated areas.

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_2228P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies one Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 10/23/2024 Job Close Date 10/30/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.mgcc.edu/jobs Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at 800-###-####, or DBVI at 800-###-####

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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Optional Documents

* AHP Letter