Groundskeeper

Roanoke College; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke College is looking for a Groundskeeper in Salem, Virginia, to maintain and enhance the campus grounds. The responsibilities include mowing, planting, maintaining water systems, and collaborating with athletic departments. Applicants should have a high school diploma, valid Virginia driver's license, and must be physically fit to handle outdoor tasks. The position offers a dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of plant care, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform mowing, edging, and trimming of lawns and landscaped areas.
• Plant, cultivate, and maintain flowers and shrubs across the campus.
• Operate assigned grounds equipment and assist in snow removal.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work well with others

Physical fitness and stamina

Knowledge of plant care

Ability to operate groundskeeping equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Groundskeeping vehicles

Irrigation systems

Job description

Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under‑represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

The Position

Maintains and enhances the aesthetic appeal, safety, and functionality of the college campus grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regular mowing, edging, and trimming of lawns, athletic fields, and other landscaped areas.
• Plant, cultivate, and maintain flowers, shrubs, trees, and other plants across the campus.
• Maintain lawn care by seeding, fertilizing, watering, planting, spraying, collecting leaves, trimming and performing tree care.
• Monitor and operate irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of landscape elements.
• Clean road and area drains.
• Operate assigned grounds equipment and snow plows.
• Assist in snow and ice removal through use of chemicals and machinery.
• Perform the collection and disposal of refuse and trash from campus grounds, and empty outdoor trash receptacles excluding dumpsters.
• Assist in maintenance and repair of all equipment and tools assigned to the grounds crew.
• Report to the supervisor of grounds any repairs or safety hazards which need attention.
• Work closely with the athletic department to prepare and maintain sports fields for practices and games.
• Implement pest control measures to protect plants and turf from diseases and infestations.
• Collaborate with other campus departments to coordinate groundskeeping activities for events, ceremonies, and other functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid Virginia driver’s license required
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others
• Physical fitness and stamina to perform outdoor tasks in various weather conditions.
• Knowledge of plant care, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance techniques.
• Ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping vehicles and equipment safely.
• Ability to participate in the on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends and holidays.