Mowing Crew Intern

Mowing Crew Intern

Company:
Virginia Tech

Job Location:
Blacksburg, 24061

Category:
Grounds and Landscaping

Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time

Job Description

Reporting to the Grounds Operations Supervisor, the Grounds Intern supports the Grounds Department in the maintenance of the University grounds. This position will assist mowing crews and be required to operate a hand-held trimmer and backpack blower, and assist with mulching projects and landscape bed maintenance throughout the summer. Based on experience may operate various trucks, carts, commercial-type riding mowers, push mowers, rototillers, weed eaters, and small power and hand tools.

Required Qualifications

• General/manual labor related experience.
• Must have the ability to safely operate weed eaters and blowers, with potential to operate commercial type mowers, tractors, and power tools based on experience; perform required duties safely in a densely populated area. Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance; work for long periods of time standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending, and pushing/pulling.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work cooperatively within a team setting, and be able to understand, comprehend and follow directions in the workplace.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Previous experience in grounds care.
• Experience using commercial riding mowers, tractors, small power and hand tools.
• Experience performing grounds maintenance in populated areas.

Pay Band
1

Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type
Regular

Salary Information
$16 per hour

Hours per week
varies based on schedule

Review Date
Open Until Filled

Additional Information
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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