Campus Groundskeeper & Event Setup

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Gloucester Point (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

William & Mary is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain campus landscapes, set up rooms and tents for events, and assist with storm restoration and snow removal. The role involves moving and storing furniture, operating basic grounds equipment, and lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily tasks.

The position follows a 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekday schedule and requires teamwork, reliability, and basic pruning and tool-handling skills to support campus facilities operations.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of general landscape maintenance practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated skills in using and maintaining power and hand tools.
• Knowledge and skills with proper pruning practices in maintaining shrubbery.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to listen and understand oral and written instructions to execute assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assigned daily tasks and undertake manual labor.
• Good interpersonal skills with the proven ability to work collaboratively as an effective team player.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the campus landscape and perform general grounds maintenance including beds, walkways, stairs, ramps, roads and parking lots.
• Operate heavy equipment and dig ditches or trenches.
• Removal of campus litter.
• Event setup: move furniture, arrange room layout and store items.
• Set up tents as needed and ensure setups are on schedule.
• Move equipment and furniture to storage or surplus area.
• Restore campus after storms and assist with snow/ice removal in coordination with Grounds Team.
• Respond to emergency tasks and work assignments as needed.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Power tools

Hand tools

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

William & Mary is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain campus landscapes, set up rooms and tents for events, and assist with storm restoration and snow removal. The role involves moving and storing furniture, operating basic grounds equipment, and lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily tasks.

The position follows a 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekday schedule and requires teamwork, reliability, and basic pruning and tool-handling skills to support campus facilities operations.