Grounds & Facilities Technician – Outdoor Care

University Partners; Blacksburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

University Partners is seeking a Groundskeeper/Porter in Blacksburg, VA to maintain community grounds and common areas, perform minor landscaping, and support maintenance tasks as needed.

The role emphasizes outdoor work, attention to cleanliness, and responsive service to residents and staff. Training and a collaborative team environment are offered, with opportunities to contribute to daily operations and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with basic maintenance and minor repairs of small engines.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow cleaning-product labels, safety instructions, and posted work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds and common areas, including landscaping duties as needed.
• Provide excellent service to residents, guests, employees, and contractors.
• Clean and monitor trash receptacle locations and amenity areas.
• Assist with minor work orders and inspections as directed by supervision.
• Deliver resident correspondence and packages as requested.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Education

Less than high school education or up to 6 months related experience

Broad-based experience in ground maintenance

Job description

University Partners is seeking a Groundskeeper/Porter in Blacksburg, VA to maintain community grounds and common areas, perform minor landscaping, and support maintenance tasks as needed.

The role emphasizes outdoor work, attention to cleanliness, and responsive service to residents and staff. Training and a collaborative team environment are offered, with opportunities to contribute to daily operations and safety initiatives.