Landscaper

University of Virginia; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's College at Wise seeks a full-time Landscaper responsible for maintaining campus grounds through various landscaping duties, including mowing and weeding. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and preferably some landscaping experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Previous experience with landscaping preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform weed pulling, mulching, leaf removal, and mowing.
• Use and maintain landscaping equipment.
• Assist with snow and ice removal in winter.

Skills

landscaping

mowing

weeding

lawn maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

mower

weed eater

blower

Job description

The University of Virginia's College at Wise invites applications for a Landscaper. This is a full-time 12-month position responsible for maintaining the campus by performing weed pulling, mulching, leaf removal, mowing, weed eating, litter removal, and other duties related to landscaping. This position will require the use and routine maintenance of standard landscaping equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, and blowers. During the winter, assisting with removal of snow and ice on campus is required.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required as well as a valid driver's license. Previous experience with landscaping is preferred. To apply, please visit https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en and complete an online application. UVA's College at Wise is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

UVA Wise is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, affordable access, and unwavering support of a collaborative and diverse community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employee fulfills duties as a “responsible employee” under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. A Responsible employee includes any employee: who has the authority to take action to redress sexual violence; who has been given the duty of reporting incidents of sexual violence or any other misconduct by students to the Title IX Coordinator or other appropriate school designee; or whom a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

UVA Wise is committed to helping the campus community provide for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report containing information on campus security and personal safety, including alerts, fire safety, crime prevention tips, and crime statistics is available at www.uvawise.edu/ASR. A copy is available upon request by calling 276-328-0190 or 276-376-3451.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: None
Experience: None

Licensure: Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job will require standing, traveling, and lifting above and below the waist various weights which may include different landscape equipment and materials. The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while pruning, driving, weeding, and pushing lawn mowers.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.