Municipal Landscape Maintenance Technician I

Blacksburg, Town of (VA); Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Blacksburg is seeking a Seasonal Grounds Maintenance worker to perform landscape installations and care for municipal properties. The role includes operating landscape equipment and performing snow removal as needed.

Work shifts adapt to Fall and Spring schedules, with a standard daytime pattern Monday–Friday, and a starting annual pay range of $36,689 to $38,171. The position requires physical stamina and safe operation of equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prefer landscaping experience in municipal/commercial setting.
• VDACS-registered technician within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Landscape installations: trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs, groundcovers, and annuals.
• Maintenance of landscapes and properties: planting, weeding, pruning, watering, fertilizing, mulching, addressing disease and pest issues.
• Right of Way maintenance: pruning for sight restrictions and clearance.
• Operate hand tools, small equipment, water truck, landscape equipment, pole saw, chainsaw.
• Operate dump trucks and snow removal equipment.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Outdoor weather work

Public interaction

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

VDACS-registered technician within six months

Job description

The Town of Blacksburg is seeking a Seasonal Grounds Maintenance worker to perform landscape installations and care for municipal properties. The role includes operating landscape equipment and performing snow removal as needed.

Work shifts adapt to Fall and Spring schedules, with a standard daytime pattern Monday–Friday, and a starting annual pay range of $36,689 to $38,171. The position requires physical stamina and safe operation of equipment.