Irrigation & Grounds Specialist

CNU's Center For American Studies; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Christopher Newport University is seeking a Grounds Technician to independently repair, adjust, and install campus irrigation systems and lead special landscape projects. You will also perform fertilizer and pesticide applications to trees, shrubs, and beds across the campus.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and VDACS registration or ability to obtain within 6 months. Prior irrigation and grounds maintenance experience is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• VDACS Registered Technician or ability to become within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in irrigation repair/maintenance and installation.

Responsibilities

• Repairing, adjusting, and installing irrigation systems.
• Lead special projects for landscape and grounds needs.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides as needed on campus.

Skills

Irrigation repair/maintenance

Grounds maintenance

Pesticide knowledge

Bathroom? none

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

VDACS Registered Technician or ability to become

Job description

Christopher Newport University is seeking a Grounds Technician to independently repair, adjust, and install campus irrigation systems and lead special landscape projects. You will also perform fertilizer and pesticide applications to trees, shrubs, and beds across the campus.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and VDACS registration or ability to obtain within 6 months. Prior irrigation and grounds maintenance experience is expected.