Landscape Workers

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

12 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Benefits package

Job summary

West Virginia University in Morgantown seeks Landscape Worker to maintain campus grounds, plantings and exterior appearance. You will follow standard procedures and safety rules while performing skilled landscape upkeep under supervision.

Responsibilities include mowing, seeding, pruning, watering, equipment operation, and assisting in planting. Shifts vary, full-time/part-time/temporary positions are available, with comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of work experience in heavy equipment operation, farm operations or related fields.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and lawn care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow, seed, aerate lawns; trim edges; water lawns and gardens; remove debris.
• Care for plants; prepare beds; plant ornamentals; prune landscapes.
• Interpret blueprints or instructions for landscape maintenance.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment and tools.
• Assist planting and removal of trees; set up plant material for events.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Farm operations

Highway maintenance

Building construction

Public works

Park maintenance

Grounds maintenance

Lawn care

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Trucks

Tractors

Snow removal equipment

Lawnmowers

Weedeaters

Rototillers

Chain saws

Fertilizer spreaders

Sod cutters

Vacs

Turf renovators

Job description

The Facilities Management unit of the Division of Facilities and Services is seeking applications for Landscape Worker positions.

Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Lead, this position will maintain and care for the exterior appearance of institutional buildings, lawns, plantings and grounds surrounding the campus. This work involves adhering to established standard procedures, techniques and safety requirements with some judgment required to interpret instructions.

What You'll Do

• Mow, seed, and aerate lawns and turf; trim and edge as needed; water lawns, shrubs and ornamental gardens; remove and dispose of debris throughout grounds area.
• Take care of plants, shrubs and flowers located throughout campus, including preparing grounds and beds for planting and seeding, taking soil samples, reporting pest problems hauling and spreading topsoil and other additives, planting ornamentals, flowers, shrubs and trees, and trimming and pruning landscaping.
• Interpret blueprints or follows verbal and written instructions in performing skilled landscape maintenance and construction.
• Operate, service and maintain all grounds maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, large seeders, riding mowers, snow removal equipment, skid loaders, end loaders and tilt bed trucks.
• Operate, service and maintain hand tools, power tools and equipment such as weedeaters, lawnmowers, roto-tillers, chain saws, fertilizer spreaders, small seeders, sod cutters, walk-behind sweepers, vacs and turf renovators.
• Assist in the planting, staking and removal of trees as needed.
• Set up plant material for use at Special Events.
• Remove snow and spread de-icers on all public passageways by means of hand tools, power brooms, tractors and trucks.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations on all occasions and must be available for telephone contact during all emergency and environmentally unsafe conditions.

The Division of Facilities and Services encompasses two units that are integral to the University’s success. Our units employ talented and skilled workers whose jobs range from maintaining, protecting and improving the University’s buildings and grounds. Facilities and Services takes care of every aspect of WVU so that its employees, students and guests are safe and satisfied on campus.

Work Hours:

Various shifts available

Work Schedule:

Full Time, Part Time, and Temporary employment available at different times throughout the year

Work Location:

Varies based on needs

Work Days:

Varies based on needs of department

Pay Grade:

10

WVU provides competitive wages for its employees and takes related experience and education into consideration when determining appropriate salary. We also offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits package, 12 paid holidays and generous paid time off, as well as many other discounts and services. Learn more about available benefits for full time employees at https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation. (Some part time positions may also qualify for benefits. Temporary roles are not benefits-eligible)

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least one (1) year of work experience in areas such as: heavy equipment operation, farm operations and equipment use, highway maintenance, building construction, public works, and park maintenance.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and lawn care within a commercial and/or residential environment is preferred.

• Valid driver's license
• Physical requirements include:
  • Lifting at least 50 pounds
  • Ability to work on feet for extended periods
  • Climbing, stooping, bending and working from ladders
  • Working in confined spaces
  • Employee must use landscape construction and maintenance equipment on steep slopes and in close proximity to students, faculty, staff and buildings on campus
  • Must have excellent eye to hand coordination

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

Job Posting

Sep 30, 2026

Posting Classification

Classified

Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full-time