Grounds Team Member (00118)

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State employee benefits

Comprehensive health insurance (health

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Paid holidays and generous leave

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Brightpoint Community College in the Greater Richmond area invites applications for the position of Grounds Team Member. This role performs grounds and landscaping work to maintain a safe, attractive campus environment across Chester and Midlothian locations and on site at Chesterfield 041.

Typical hours are Monday–Friday, 7am–3:30pm, with telework options dependent on department needs. The position is designated as essential personnel and requires lifting up to 50 pounds, outdoor work in

Qualifications

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance principles, materials, equipment operation and safety practices
• Proficiency in operating a personal computer
• Knowledge of OSHA workplace safety standards
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with others
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to problem solve
• Requires lifting 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and respond as essential personnel

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus grounds and landscaping to support a safe, attractive environment
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment and tools
• Maintain natural areas, parking lots, sidewalks, and exterior signage
• Assist with classroom and office setups and mail deliveries

Skills

Grounds maintenance

OSHA standards

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to details

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting

Job description

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia's 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint Offers a Robust Benefits Package, Including

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Want a job where you can stay active, work outside, and help keep campus looking its best?

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for the position of Grounds Team Member. This position performs work related to college grounds and landscaping to help provide and maintain a safe, comfortable, and visually appealing campus environment that supports teaching and learning.

Hiring Range: $40,000 - $45,000

Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm; as needed

Telework options are subject to change based on business needs

Work Location: Chesterfield - 041

Primary responsibilities include grounds maintenance and landscaping; operation and maintenance of equipment; upkeep of natural areas, parking lots, sidewalks, and exterior signage; and assistance with classroom and office setups as well as mail deliveries.

This Position Is Designated As Essential Personnel.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Required

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance principles, materials, equipment operation and repair, landscaping, horticulture, turf management, and workplace health and safety practices
• Proficiency in operating a personal computer
• Knowledge of OSHA workplace safety standards
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to problem solve
• Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Ability to report to work as "essential" personnel within one hour of being called into work after hours and on holidays
• Successful completion and passing of a background check.

Additional Considerations

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

As required

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

All full-time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.