Landscape Lead & Grounds Maintenance Technician

York County; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

York County is seeking a lead grounds worker to oversee outdoor maintenance across county facilities. The role involves training entry-level seasonal staff and directing field tasks, using a range of hand and power tools for landscaping, construction, and custodial duties.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2–3 years of related experience, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and licensing as a Certified Pesticide Applicator or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent and 2-3 years of related experience.
• Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record.
• Must be licensed by Virginia as a Certified Pesticide Applicator (State Category 3a and 3b) or able to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead worker assisting in training and direction of entry-level seasonal employees.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to perform landscaping, construction, and custodial duties.
• Perform outdoor grounds maintenance under various weather conditions and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Training others

Manual labor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

York County is seeking a lead grounds worker to oversee outdoor maintenance across county facilities. The role involves training entry-level seasonal staff and directing field tasks, using a range of hand and power tools for landscaping, construction, and custodial duties.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2–3 years of related experience, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and licensing as a Certified Pesticide Applicator or ability to obtain within 6 months.