Grounds Maintenance Specialist

2 weeks ago


Fork Union, Virginia, United States Fork Union Military Academy Full time
Job Description

Fork Union Military Academy is seeking dedicated individuals for full-time and part-time grounds maintenance roles. If you enjoy outdoor work, we invite you to consider joining our team.


Position Title: Grounds Maintenance Specialist
Department: Facilities Management
Direct Supervisor: Facilities Director
Employment Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt


Mission Statement
At Fork Union Military Academy, our mission is to educate, develop, and inspire young men within a college preparatory, Christian, military environment. Our cadets cultivate character and learn essential leadership skills, independence, responsibility, and discipline, all while fostering mental, physical, and spiritual growth. Our staff members play a vital role in supporting this mission.

Role Overview
The grounds maintenance team is expected to uphold and promote the Academy's mission and core values. Ensuring cadet safety and maintaining a high-quality environment are our primary objectives. Our grounds maintenance staff significantly contributes to the Academy's overall presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Supervisory Duties: None unless designated as a team leader. Team leaders may provide administrative support as required.

Primary Duties: Ensure the campus property is kept in excellent condition. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, and blowing grass on campus and around faculty residences. Collect leaves, litter, and debris from campus grounds and roadways. Maintain flower beds through weeding, mulching, and planting. Trim shrubs and trees, and gather fallen branches. Compact and dispose of trash from campus and faculty housing. Assist in setting up and dismantling tents, tables, and chairs for special events. Keep the landscape shop clean, safe, and organized, and perform additional tasks as needed.

Seasonal Responsibilities: Be available for snow removal duties. Maintain landscaping and snow removal equipment. Clear snow and ice from sidewalks, roads, and parking areas. Conduct seasonal cleaning of salt residue left from ice melt. Participate in off-season cleaning projects as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Expected working hours are from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

• Hours may be flexible during seasonal events or as directed by weather conditions or Academy needs.

• Must be available to assist with the setup and breakdown of tents, tables, and chairs for special events and graduations.

• Knowledge of landscaping best practices is essential.

• Effective verbal communication skills with managers and supervisors are required.

• Successful completion of a background check and participation in random drug testing are mandatory.


Education and Experience: Previous experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance is preferred; a military background is advantageous but not essential.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb stairs as necessary.

• Capability to push, pull, or lift weights up to 80 pounds.

• Ability to sit, stand, twist, kneel, or squat as required.

• Capacity to raise arms overhead to perform tasks.

• Ability to work outdoors and endure various weather conditions.

• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, or engaging in projects as necessary.


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