"Grounds Worker"

Randolph-Macon College invites applications for a full-time Grounds Worker for the maintenance of the campus grounds.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to safely operate hand tools/motorized equipment and lift/move materials in excess of 50 pounds.
• Under the direction of the supervisor or from work request, perform groundskeeper duties to include but not limited to mowing, edging, weed eating, spreading mulch, planting shrubs, pruning and weeding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license with satisfactory motor vehicle record by insurance standards.
• Pesticide applicator license preferred or able to obtain within one year.
• Two years experience in commercial grounds maintenance preferred. Irrigation/sprinkler system experience desired.

Schedule

Monday – Friday / 7:30am-4:00pm. Seasonal overtime and some weekend work required.

Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan match
• College Tuition Benefits
• Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• STD and LTD benefits
• Wellness Programs

The College

Founded in 1830, Randolph-Macon has approximately 1800 students and is located in Ashland, VA, a residential community 15 miles north of Richmond and 90 miles south of Washington D.C., thereby having all the benefits for its students, faculty and staff of a dynamic metropolitan area which serves as the state capitol. Over 85% of students reside on campus. For more information about the College see www.rmc.edu. Randolph-Macon College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Application

To apply for the position, submit the following documents to http://bit.ly/4n7vgLA in Microsoft Word or PDF format: a current resume, cover letter addressing the position responsibilities and qualifications, and contact information for two professional references to Sharon Jackson, Director of Human Resources. The review and interview process will commence as strong applications are received and the search will remain open until the position is filled.