Grounds Maintenance Worker Seasonal

Grounds Maintenance Worker Seasonal

Location : Petersburg, Virginia (Fort Gregg-Adams)

Type : Non-Exempt, Temporary

Work Schedule : Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation : $18.96 - $18.96 / hour

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time Temporary benefits of a Grounds Maintenance Worker at Tessera include :

• Health and Welfare Benefit ($4.22 per hour worked)
• Paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and engaging wellness program

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.

Tessera is seeking a hardworking and motivated Grounds Maintenance Worker with a positive attitude. This is a temporary position and is expected to run up to but no longer than November 30, 2025. This is an entry-level opportunity to gain experience with maintaining and repairing grounds of industrial, commercial, or public property around facilities such as buildings, camp and picnic grounds, parks, playgrounds, greenhouses, and athletic fields, and provide service on all grounds to ensure the grounds are clean, safe, and attractive while supporting our government customer. Employees will train to operate various types of equipment and learn other skills or trades for advancement. Also, there are opportunities for pay increases based on the employee's ability to operate equipment requiring certifications, and a willingness to volunteer during snow removal operations.

Typical duties include but are not limited to :

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements :

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements :

To Apply : Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@tessera.org.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women / Minority / Veteran / Disabled