Historic Groundskeeper: Gardens & Landscape Care

Colonial-Williamsburg-Foundation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA, is seeking a Landscape Technician to join the Landscape Department. The role maintains historic gardens, operates a range of mowers, power tools, and handles seasonal landscape tasks in a living-history setting.

This non-exempt, essential position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Virginia driver's license, ability to work weekends and emergencies, and a commitment to safety and quality in historic landscapes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/G.E.D., plus experience with direct garden and landscape maintenance.
• Knowledge of landscaping tools, and equipment.
• Requires a valid Virginia driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform mowing, watering, weeding in gardens and landscape beds. Assist with installation and maintenance of hardscapes and plantings.
• Keep assigned areas free of trash and maintain health and appearance of gardens.
• Attend daily briefing to receive work assignments and complete projects on time under supervision.
• Interact professionally with staff and visitors, providing directions as required.
• Operate landscape equipment including mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, edgers, and power tools.
• Clean storm drains, swales and basins as directed.
• Follow safety standards and OSHA guidelines; be ready for emergencies and after-hours events.
• Operate large equipment (tractors, loaders, snowplows) with PPE as needed.
• Maintain tool inventory and equipment upkeep.
• Adhere to CW policies and Virginia regulations; perform other duties as assigned.
• This is essential 24/7 and may require after-hours reporting for emergencies.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Fast learner

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/G.E.D.

Tools

Mowers

String trimmers

Leaf blowers

Edgers

Power tools

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA, is seeking a Landscape Technician to join the Landscape Department. The role maintains historic gardens, operates a range of mowers, power tools, and handles seasonal landscape tasks in a living-history setting.

This non-exempt, essential position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Virginia driver's license, ability to work weekends and emergencies, and a commitment to safety and quality in historic landscapes.