Campus Groundskeeper & Landscape Technician

Old Dominion University; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Groundskeeper to properly maintain the landscape and present a neat campus appearance. You will perform grounds maintenance, operate trucks and various mowers and equipment, and support essential operations during emergencies.

The role requires basic horticultural knowledge, ability to lift 50 pounds, and the skill to work independently or with others in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of proper way to maintain and/or plant trees shrubs and flowers.
• Basic knowledge of trimming, mowing, pruning shrubs and trees; remove trash; weed and fertilize.
• Basic knowledge of irrigation malfunction and operating grounds equipment.
• Read and write.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscape and campus appearance including mowing, litter removal and planting.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment such as truck, riding and push mowers, tractors and other equipment.

Skills

Basic knowledge of shrubs and trees

Operate grounds equipment

Lift 50 pounds consistently

Read and write

Work independently or with others

Tools

Truck (manual)

Riding mower

Push mower

Tractor

Small powered equipment

Job description

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Groundskeeper to properly maintain the landscape and present a neat campus appearance. You will perform grounds maintenance, operate trucks and various mowers and equipment, and support essential operations during emergencies.

The role requires basic horticultural knowledge, ability to lift 50 pounds, and the skill to work independently or with others in all weather conditions.