Laborer, Grounds Maintenance Lead

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation; Blackstone (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

TRICARE Supplemental

Life and Short-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Discounts

Wellness Seminars

Job summary

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) seeks a Laborer, Grounds Maintenance Lead in Blackstone, VA. This non-exempt, second-shift role leads grounds maintenance teams, maintains FASTC property, and operates lawn equipment to keep grounds pristine.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, ability to obtain a Secret clearance, and a solid grasp of safety practices, with strong communication and teamwork to ensure on-time delivery of tasks and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Lead should have leadership experience.
• Experience operating small trucks and grounds equipment.
• Must have basic knowledge of custodial, recycling, and hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of worksite safety and standard safety practices.
• Able to communicate effectively and work with others.
• Courteous and positive attitude toward customers.
• Ability to follow policies and operating instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist as lead to Grounds, Laborer Maintenance personnel and supervise tasks.
• Maintain FASTC property grounds and landscaping.
• Operate lawn equipment including mowers and weed eaters.
• Trim hedges and edges, prune shrubs, and apply fertilizer/insecticide.
• Plant grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs; water and maintain beds.
• Rake and remove leaves, debris, and handle snow removal.
• Repair fences and gates and support road or building work as needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Secret clearance

Small truck operation

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Follow procedures

Clean driving record

Job description

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we serve. Every milestone we achieve helps fund programs, expand services, and create lasting value for the Tribe, making each success a shared one.

For more than 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries have delivered mission-critical services to federal clients globally. From logistics and information technology to cybersecurity and facilities operations, we are united by a single purpose: to generate meaningful economic opportunity and sustainable growth for the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve

Job Title: Laborer, Grounds Maintenance Lead

Work Location: Blackstone, VA

Labor Category: Non-Exempt | CBA-IBEW

Clearance Level: Secret

Travel Requirement: N/A

Pay Rate: $27.46/hour

Shift: 2nd Shift

About the Role

The Laborer, Grounds Maintenance Lead performs grounds maintenance work as assigned and serves as a Lead to the Grounds, Laborer Maintenance personnel.

What You'll Be Doing

• Reports to andfacilitatestasks at the direction of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
• Maintains grounds of FASTC property.
• Cut grass, using walking-type, riding mowers or bushhogs.
• Utilize weedeaterto cut grass or weeds in ditches, ammunition mounds, and berms with high inclines. Frequently lift and carry lawn equipment such as weed eater and edger forlong periodsof time.
• Trim hedges and edges around walks, flowerbeds, and wells, using hedge trimmers, clippers and edging tools, prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, using shears and other hand tools, sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer or insecticide.
• Planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs.
• Watering lawn and shrubs during dry periods, using hose or activating sprinkler system.
• Rake,bag, andremove leaves and other natural debris.
• Removing snow from walks, driveways, roads, or parking lots, usingshoveland snow blower.
• Spreadssalt on walkways and other areas.
• Repairing and painting fences, gates, benches, tables, guardrails, and outbuildings.
• Assistsin repair of roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment, and may clean comfort stations,officesworkshop areas, and parking lots by sweeping, washing,moppingand polishing.
• Tie down equipment and cargoloadson stake bed trucks and flatbed trailers.
• Hand weed-pulling, raking, shoveling, and mulching landscapes.
• May drive ATV’s, Kubota’s and other small equipment or Tractors.
• Use hand and arm signals to direct other operators
• Consistently produces quality products andservice.
• Completes all training withinrequiredtimeline.
• Performs all work in a safe and secure manner.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to obtain andmaintaina secretclearance.
• Lead should have leadership experience.
• Experience and/or training providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the tasks of the position.
• Experience in operating small trucks andgroundsequipment.
• Must have a basic knowledge of custodial, recycling, and working with hazardous materials.
• Must have knowledge of worksite safety, occupationalhazardsand standard safety practices.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with others.
• Possess anddemonstratea courteous and positive attitude toward customers.
• Ability to follow policies,proceduresand operating instructions.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successfulcompletionsof assigned tasks.
• Mustpossessthe ability to work in a team or alone and be able to change jobs on short notice.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasksina giventime and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules under pressure of deadlines whilemaintainingacceptable performance standards.
• Ability to follow basic operation instructions.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around various hazards with appropriate PPE.

Why Us?

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), our work goes beyond delivering exceptional services—we are driven by a mission to create meaningful impact. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values purpose, performance, and people.

We offer the opportunity to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where your contributions directly impact mission success. Our teams are built on collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring you are supported while being challenged to grow.

Join us and be part of a team where your work matters.

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• TRICARE Supplemental
• Critical Illness insurance
• Company-Paid Life and Short-Term Disability insurance
• Optional Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Seminars

For union represented positions, benefits and leave are provided in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and 5-panel drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you have a disability or medical condition and require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please notify the designated recruiter so we can provide appropriate assistance.