Gardener, Grounds - NASA Langley Research Center

PCSI; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PCSI is seeking a Gardener to perform grounds maintenance tasks at NASA Langley Research Center. Responsibilities include maintaining the health of plants, using landscaping equipment, and ensuring the cleanliness of the grounds. The role requires a high school diploma and preferred training in grounds maintenance, with a focus on supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Benefits

21 days of PTO per year

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience in grounds maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in minor grounds maintenance tasks.
• Maintain plants by watering, weeding, and fertilizing.
• Use equipment to maintain grounds.

Skills

Ability to use hand tools

Ability to use power tools

Good written communication skills

Good verbal communication skills

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Landscaping equipment

Job description

PCSI is looking for Gardener at NASA Langley Research Center. The Gardner will assist in the accomplishment of minor grounds maintenance tasks and maintain the health and appearance of plants by watering, weeding, and fertilizing. This position will report to the Director of Operations and is based in Hampton, Virginia. Typical work hours will be 7am-3:30pm Monday-Friday.

Benefits Include:

• Base pay is $19.79/hr.
• 21 days of PTO per year, in addition to all federal holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other coverage: employer contribution offered to cover employee-only tier.

Who We Are:

PCSI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, and partnerships. We vet, prepare, lead, and sustain a skilled workforce that provides top-tier services at job sites across the country. Our areas of expertise are wide and diverse; total facilities maintenance, hospital environmental services, custodial and grounds, disability awareness training, job coaching, and job placement are just a few. We integrate people with disabilities and veterans into meaningful jobs with competitive wages and benefits. Serving people of all abilities in their life’s journey is at the heart of what we do.

What You'll Do as Gardner:

• Assist in the accomplishment of minor grounds maintenance tasks.
• Maintain the health and appearance of plants by watering, weeding, and fertilizing.
• Use equipment to maintain grounds, such as mowing lawns, edging grass, and trimming trees.
• Keep grounds clear of debris and litter.
• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of grounds equipment.
• Follow safety and health regulations for landscaping and meet standards of the contract

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience and/or formal vocational and/or technical training in grounds maintenance preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and appliances used in landscaping.
• Familiarity with regional plant life, local pests, and synthetic and natural fertilizers.
• Demonstrated accuracy and speed in work.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work both with minimal supervision and as a team player.
• Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak the English language.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass criminal, and drug screenings.
• Ability to pass driving screenings preferred.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather and be exposed to various dirt, debris, and odors.
• Ability to move about the facilities approximately 90% of the time during working hours.
• Ability to work any daytime hours or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Preferred to possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
• If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

All veterans and/or persons with all types of disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!

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