TRADES TECH I-GROUNDSKEEPER

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services seeks a Trades Technician I-Groundskeeper at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute to maintain outdoor areas and ensure safe, aesthetic surroundings. The role also involves basic preventative maintenance on vehicles and grounds equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license, be comfortable with various tools, and work in varying weather conditions while delivering quality service to the facility.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with grounds-keeping equipment and herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides.
• Ability to work in variable environmental conditions.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to operate vehicles or powered equipment (lawnmowers, snowblowers).

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, streets, sidewalks, and parking lots safely and aesthetically.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility-owned and pool vehicles and grounds equipment.
• Maintain gas- and diesel-powered equipment safely.

Skills

Hand tools

Customer service

Grounds-keeping equipment

Lawn equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawnmowers

Snowblowers

Powered equipment

Job description

Title

TRADES TECH I-GROUNDSKEEPER

State Role Title

Trades Technician I

Hiring Range

Salary Range: $36,857/yr. to $50,863/yr.

Pay Band

1

Agency

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location

Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst

Agency Website

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/swvmhi/

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Job Duties

Support facility mission by maintaining grounds, streets, sidewalks, and parking lots in a safe and aesthetic manner. Perform preventive maintenance on facility owned and pool vehicles, grounds equipment and other designated gas- and diesel-powered equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Drivers' License is required.

Additional Considerations

• Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, rakes
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge on operating vehicles or powered equipment such as lawnmowers, snowblowers
• Ability to work in variable environmental conditions (e.g. hot and cold weather)
• Customer service skills
• Knowledge/skill in utilizing grounds-keeping equipment and herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides, etc., in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision after receiving clear and concise instruction from supervisor.

Background Investigation

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Rebecca Richardson

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.