What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Crew Member position at BURKE CENTRE CONSERVANCY?
Job Summary
Join our dynamic Grounds Crew as a vital team member dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the beauty, safety, and functionality of our outdoor spaces. In this energetic role, you will perform a variety of landscaping, lawn care, and maintenance tasks to ensure pristine grounds year-round. Your hands-on work will contribute to creating welcoming environments that impress visitors and support community well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in horticulture, landscape maintenance, and outdoor construction while working outdoors in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
Duties
- Operate hand tools, power tools, and landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers to maintain lawns and gardens
- Perform lawn care tasks including mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, and overseeding to keep turf healthy and vibrant
- Conduct landscape maintenance activities like planting, pruning, tree trimming, shrubbery care, and flower bed upkeep
- Use machinery such as excavators for site preparation or hardscape installation projects involving paving or stonework
- Assist with irrigation system installation, inspection, and repairs to ensure efficient watering of all landscaped areas
- Support snow plowing operations during winter months to keep pathways safe and accessible
- Carry out general grounds maintenance including trash removal, debris clearing, fencing repairs, and hardscape upkeep
Requirements
- Basic mechanical knowledge with experience handling hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
- Familiarity with lawn care practices and landscape maintenance techniques
- Ability to operate equipment such as mowers, trimmers, excavators, and snow plows with proper safety precautions
- Strong physical stamina with the ability to stand, walk, lift heavy objects, and perform outdoor tasks in various weather conditions
- Excellent teamwork skills with a proactive attitude towards learning new skills in groundskeeping and outdoor maintenance
- Pay Rate is $23.00 - $24.00 to start depending on experience.
This position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to gain hands-on experience in grounds management while contributing to beautiful outdoor environments. We value safety-conscious team players who are enthusiastic about outdoor work and ready to support our mission of creating welcoming spaces for all.
Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Burke, VA 22015 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $24