Garden & Landscape Technician

Garden & Landscape Technician

Title : Garden & Landscape Technician

Agency : CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Location : Norfolk, VA

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Full Time or Part Time : Full Time

Job Description : Two positions will be filled from this recruitment. To properly maintain the landscape of the University to present a neat, clean and well-maintained appearance. This will include the performance of grounds maintenance, operate grounds maintenance equipment such as truck with or without manual transmission, riding and push mowers, tractors, and small powered equipment. This will also include horticulture practices such as mowing, planting, litter removal and other aspects associated with the upkeep of the landscape of the campus. This position is designated as essential personnel for emergency closings.

Minimum Qualifications : Basic knowledge of proper way to maintain and / or plant trees shrubs and flowers. Basic knowledge of the proper way to trim, spray, mow, remove trash and debris, weed, fertilize, sweep, rake, cultivate, dig, water, shovel or plow snow, remove ice, spread salt and / or sand and other related functions. Basic knowledge of how to prune different species of shrubs and trees. Basic knowledge of and experience in the operation of grounds equipment. Some knowledge of pesticides. Basic mechanical knowledge to recognize malfunctions of equipment. Demonstrated ability to recognize irrigation malfunction. Demonstrated ability to work in extreme heat or cold; to lift / move / carry 50 pounds many times per week. Demonstrate the ability to read and write. Demonstrate ability to work independently or to work with others.

Additional Considerations : Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer