Landscaper

Fork Union Military Academy has open, full time and part time landscaping positions. If you love working outside we are waiting to hear from you!

Job Title : Landscaper

Department : Maintenance

Direct Supervisor : Director of Maintenance

Hiring Status : Hourly, Non-Exempt

Mission

Fork Union Military Academy's Mission is to educate, develop, and inspire young men in a college preparatory, Christian, military structured environment. Cadets build character and learn leadership, independence, responsibility and discipline in a setting that encourages mental, physical, and spiritual growth. In this mission, our staff members are at the heart of our Academy environment.

Description

Landscaping team members shall be willing to adhere to, encourage, and inspire Cadets to embrace the Academy's mission and core values. Cadet safety and quality of environment is our top priority. Our landscaping staff is a crucial part of how the Academy is presented.

Essential Job Functions

Supervisory Responsibilities : None unless deemed a team leader. Team leaders may assist with administrative support as deemed necessary.

Duties / Responsibilities : Maintain a pristine appearance of campus property. Cut, trim and blow all grass on campus and around faculty housing. Pick up leaves, trash and debris on campus property and roadways . Maintain flowers beds, weeding, mulching and planting. Trim shrubs / trees and picking up fall branches / sticks. Pick up and compact trash from campus and faculty housing. Assist with set up and break down of tents, tables and chairs for special events. Maintain a clean, safe and secure landscape shop and perform other duties as needed.

Seasonal Duties : On call for snow removal. Clean and maintain landscaping and snow removal equipment. Remove snow / ice and salt all sidewalks, roads and parking lots. Seasonal cleaning floors of salt residue left over from ice / melt snow. Off season cleaning projects including deep cleaning as assigned and deemed necessary.

Required Skills / Abilities

The position requires employees to work from 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM, Monday to Friday, with flexibility in hours during seasonal events or based on weather conditions and the Academy's needs. Employees must be available to assist with the setup and breakdown of tents, tables, and chairs for special events and graduation. A strong knowledge of landscaping best practices is essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively with managers and supervisors.

Candidates must also pass a background check / drug test and participate in random drug testing.

Education and Experience : Prior landscaping or grounds experience preferred and a military background is favorable but not required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of the role include the ability to climb up to three flights of stairs, push, pull, or lift up to 80 pounds, and perform tasks that require sitting, standing, twisting, kneeling, or squatting. Employees must be able to raise their arms overhead as needed and perform outdoor work in various weather conditions. Additionally, they must be able to work for extended periods on various tasks as required.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply and join us in making a positive impact at the Academy. We look forward to reviewing your application!