Gardener

University of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Richmond is seeking a full-time groundskeeper to perform skilled gardening and horticultural tasks across campus properties. This role requires practical knowledge of pruning, trimming, watering, fertilization, and pest control, plus safe operation of hand and power tools.

Candidates must have strong communication, a valid Virginia driver's license with at least three years driving history, and the ability to obtain a Virginia pesticide license within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Practical knowledge and/or training in gardening and horticultural practices and procedures.
• Practical knowledge and/or training in pruning, trimming, watering, fertilization and pest control of lawns, shrubs, trees, etc.
• Knowledge of the safe use and operation of hand and power tools used in groundskeeping.
• Intermediate Virginia pesticide license, within 90 days.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to produce a driving record with a minimum of 3 years of driving history in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled gardening and horticultural tasks to maintain university properties.
• Operate hand and power tools safely in groundskeeping.
• Adhere to safety standards and university policies.
• Be flexible with schedule; essential personnel and overtime as required.
• Work hours as specified in the job posting.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Horticulture or related field

Tools

Hand and Power Tools

Job description

Job Description

SUMMARY:Performs skilled gardening/horticultural tasks and manual work necessary to maintain university properties.QUALIFICATIONS:Strong verbal communication and listening skillsProficient in English written and verbal communication skillsHighly thorough and dependablePractical knowledge and/or training in gardening and horticultural practices and proceduresPractical knowledge and/or training in the pruning, trimming, watering fertilization and pest control of lawns, shrubs, trees, etc.Knowledge of the safe use and operation of hand and power tools used in groundskeepingExercises behavior in accordance with university policies, the Facilities Missions and statement of Core Values; and complies with safety standards and demonstrates safe work habitsIntermediate Virginia pesticide license, within 90 daysRequired: Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to produce a driving record with a minimum of 3 years of driving history in good standingEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:H.S. Diploma or GED requiredAssociate's degree Horticulture or related field preferred2-4 years prior gardening and landscape maintenance and/or training at a college, university, county, city or commercial facilityWORK HOURS:Full-time; non-exemptMonday-Friday 6:30AM-3:00PM, however, flexibility is required.All facilities employees are designated as essential personnel, are subject to work outside the normal work schedule on an emergency basis and are also subject to planned overtime work as required by the immediate supervisorSALARY STRUCTURE:Grade 3 Hourly ($17.61 to $21.13 per hour)