Lead Groundskeeper
$36,565 or higher DOQ + $2,000 Sign On Bonus + Full-Time County Benefits .
James City County’s General Services Department is hiring a Lead Groundskeeper to perform experienced work serving as a lead worker for the landscaping and maintenance of County-owned property including parks, athletic fields, rights-of-way, and other grounds and planted areas. Signing bonus of $2000 is offered to eligible candidates.
Responsibilities:
Oversees work of team members during operations including accountability for job completion, materials selection, coordination of logistics, and overall welfare and performance of assigned personnel; works with Superintendent to establish maintenance schedule for ground and planted areas; leads and assigns work to crew; assists with training employees and evaluating employee performance.
Maintains grounds-keeping equipment by performing preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance; may operate heavy equipment requiring a Commercial Driver’s License.
Maintains appearance of grounds including mowing, edging, weeding, watering, trimming, raking and planting; maintains sidewalks and other paved areas by picking up debris including rubbish, pine cones, sticks, branches, etc.; clears snow from sidewalks and makes passageways around the County buildings as needed.
May move office furniture, boxes, and other office items as requested, including voting machines; assists in building maintenance/repair/ renovations and special construction projects as required; may perform athletic field maintenance work as needed to maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing playing surfaces, including irrigation controls/repair and troubleshooting.
Acts as supervisor in the absence of the Parks and Grounds Foreman.
(Athletic Fields Only) Assists in building and school maintenance projects as required, including but not limited to snow removal operations, street sweeping operations, event setup, BMP maintenance, trail maintenance, general county wide landscaping, and any other duty as assigned; and, maintains appearance and playability and safety of athletic field areas, to include mowing, watering, trimming, skinned infields, lining, edging, irrigation operation, troubleshooting and repair, and any other area associated with athletic.
This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by training and/or an Associate’s degree in a related field; and, some experience with methods, equipment, materials and tools used in grounds maintenance work as needed to maintain gardens, building grounds and paved areas including application of pesticides; some experience supervising the work of others preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria; a valid Virginia Class A or B Commercial driver’s license preferred.
Must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician form the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Pesticide Services.
Knowledge of grounds-keeping procedures, equipment and maintenance techniques; safety standards, practices, procedures and techniques pertaining to grounds and facilities maintenance and equipment; knowledge of chemical composition, structure and properties and chemical processes and transformations.
Skill in operating a computer to include use of E-mail and databases.
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor; operate powered grounds-keeping equipment and electric hand tools; deal courteously with the public; follow oral and written instructions; plan, coordinate and guide the work of others; effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Feb 10, 2023
Full time
Lead Groundskeeper
$36,565 or higher DOQ + $2,000 Sign On Bonus + Full-Time County Benefits .
James City County’s General Services Department is hiring a Lead Groundskeeper to perform experienced work serving as a lead worker for the landscaping and maintenance of County-owned property including parks, athletic fields, rights-of-way, and other grounds and planted areas. Signing bonus of $2000 is offered to eligible candidates.
Responsibilities:
Oversees work of team members during operations including accountability for job completion, materials selection, coordination of logistics, and overall welfare and performance of assigned personnel; works with Superintendent to establish maintenance schedule for ground and planted areas; leads and assigns work to crew; assists with training employees and evaluating employee performance.
Maintains grounds-keeping equipment by performing preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance; may operate heavy equipment requiring a Commercial Driver’s License.
Maintains appearance of grounds including mowing, edging, weeding, watering, trimming, raking and planting; maintains sidewalks and other paved areas by picking up debris including rubbish, pine cones, sticks, branches, etc.; clears snow from sidewalks and makes passageways around the County buildings as needed.
May move office furniture, boxes, and other office items as requested, including voting machines; assists in building maintenance/repair/ renovations and special construction projects as required; may perform athletic field maintenance work as needed to maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing playing surfaces, including irrigation controls/repair and troubleshooting.
Acts as supervisor in the absence of the Parks and Grounds Foreman.
(Athletic Fields Only) Assists in building and school maintenance projects as required, including but not limited to snow removal operations, street sweeping operations, event setup, BMP maintenance, trail maintenance, general county wide landscaping, and any other duty as assigned; and, maintains appearance and playability and safety of athletic field areas, to include mowing, watering, trimming, skinned infields, lining, edging, irrigation operation, troubleshooting and repair, and any other area associated with athletic.
This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by training and/or an Associate’s degree in a related field; and, some experience with methods, equipment, materials and tools used in grounds maintenance work as needed to maintain gardens, building grounds and paved areas including application of pesticides; some experience supervising the work of others preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria; a valid Virginia Class A or B Commercial driver’s license preferred.
Must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician form the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Pesticide Services.
Knowledge of grounds-keeping procedures, equipment and maintenance techniques; safety standards, practices, procedures and techniques pertaining to grounds and facilities maintenance and equipment; knowledge of chemical composition, structure and properties and chemical processes and transformations.
Skill in operating a computer to include use of E-mail and databases.
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor; operate powered grounds-keeping equipment and electric hand tools; deal courteously with the public; follow oral and written instructions; plan, coordinate and guide the work of others; effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Mow lawns with commercial equipment including trimmers, edgers, backpack blowers and mowers with quality and efficiency
Supervise lawn crew
Perform minor repairs and maintenance to lawn equipment
Care for established lawns by mulching, bagging, aerating, removing thatch, weeding, trimming, or edging around flower beds, fences, walks, or walls
Prune or trim small trees, shrubs, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chainsaws
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 2 years experience as a crew leader
Experience with all commercial lawn equipment
Chauffeur’s License with clean driving record
Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs
Jan 30, 2023
Full time
Mow lawns with commercial equipment including trimmers, edgers, backpack blowers and mowers with quality and efficiency
Supervise lawn crew
Perform minor repairs and maintenance to lawn equipment
Care for established lawns by mulching, bagging, aerating, removing thatch, weeding, trimming, or edging around flower beds, fences, walks, or walls
Prune or trim small trees, shrubs, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chainsaws
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 2 years experience as a crew leader
Experience with all commercial lawn equipment
Chauffeur’s License with clean driving record
Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs
Tecta America, A Commercial Roofing Company is GROWING & HIRING THE BEST in your location! At Tecta America, we offer a competitive benefits package, pay, and Year-Round Work!
The commercial roofing industry is BOOMING, & Tecta is Taking Over! Find your next career move here!
We are hiring a Service Foreman in your area! You will be the service crew’s leader and responsible for investigating, locating and repairing leaks and defects in the following commercial roofing systems EPDM, PVC, TPO, Built-up Roofing and low slope metal. You would manage commercial roofing projects from start to finish and ensure the highest level of craftsmanship. Tecta America is the nation’s largest commercial roofing company, so you will enjoy steady pay and steady work to help you build a steady career .
Duties and Responsibilities
Removal and installation of all types of roof systems including: BUR, Modified Bitumen, TPO, EPDM, PVC and slope (tile/shingles) • Roof maintenance and repairs • Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety guidelines. • Maintain professional interaction with all customers. • Manage commercial roofing crew, includes completing required paperwork, attending meetings as necessary, assist in training of crew members as needed
Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years old
Experience leading commercial roofing crews
A valid driver's license
Must be able to lift 50+ pounds regularly • Must be able to work at varying heights and during variety of weather conditions
Ability to communicate well with clients, supervisor and co-workers.
Initiative, Integrity, and Adaptability.
Technology savvy.
Working Conditions
Physical surroundings: Field environment with exposure to heights, noise and temperature.
Physical Effort: Extensive standing, walking, climbing ladders. Frequent lifting not to exceed 50 pounds
Travel: Local
May 25, 2022
Full time
Tecta America, A Commercial Roofing Company is GROWING & HIRING THE BEST in your location! At Tecta America, we offer a competitive benefits package, pay, and Year-Round Work!
The commercial roofing industry is BOOMING, & Tecta is Taking Over! Find your next career move here!
We are hiring a Service Foreman in your area! You will be the service crew’s leader and responsible for investigating, locating and repairing leaks and defects in the following commercial roofing systems EPDM, PVC, TPO, Built-up Roofing and low slope metal. You would manage commercial roofing projects from start to finish and ensure the highest level of craftsmanship. Tecta America is the nation’s largest commercial roofing company, so you will enjoy steady pay and steady work to help you build a steady career .
Duties and Responsibilities
Removal and installation of all types of roof systems including: BUR, Modified Bitumen, TPO, EPDM, PVC and slope (tile/shingles) • Roof maintenance and repairs • Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety guidelines. • Maintain professional interaction with all customers. • Manage commercial roofing crew, includes completing required paperwork, attending meetings as necessary, assist in training of crew members as needed
Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years old
Experience leading commercial roofing crews
A valid driver's license
Must be able to lift 50+ pounds regularly • Must be able to work at varying heights and during variety of weather conditions
Ability to communicate well with clients, supervisor and co-workers.
Initiative, Integrity, and Adaptability.
Technology savvy.
Working Conditions
Physical surroundings: Field environment with exposure to heights, noise and temperature.
Physical Effort: Extensive standing, walking, climbing ladders. Frequent lifting not to exceed 50 pounds
Travel: Local
Greiner Buildings, Inc.
Washington IA & Kewanee, IL
Greiner Buildings has an immediate opening for a Construction Laborer in our Washington, Iowa and Kewanee, IL locations. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 2 years or more of construction or general carpentry experience. However, we are willing to train the right candidate. We offer year-round work with plenty of room for advancement.
Responsibilities:
Learn and follow Greiner Buildings safety and construction procedures.
Read, understand and build according to the customer’s and the foreman’s specifications.
Complete quality building projects by digging and installing footings; framing walls and roof structures; installing windows, doors, various siding and roofing materials; and finishing with metal and wood trims.
Operate construction hand tools and other specialized equipment.
Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized and enjoyable work environment.
Apply good customer service and maintain a clean work site.
Qualifications:
Dependable transportation and a valid driver's license.
Able to work in a physically demanding environment.
Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet.
Willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
Pay & Benefits:
Greiner Buildings offers a competitive, escalating pay scale based on experience and performance.
Performance-based hourly rate depending on experience. Get paid weekly!
Time-and-a-half paid for any hours worked above 40 per week.
Quarterly bonuses available for projects completed on time or early.
Paid vacation (begins accruing after 60 days!), holidays and all training time is compensated.
Health, dental and vision insurance (50% paid by the company).
401K with matching company funds.
Ongoing job and safety training to advance your career.
Applications are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and marital or veteran status or in the presence of a non-related medical condition or handicap.
May 06, 2021
Full time
Greiner Buildings has an immediate opening for a Construction Laborer in our Washington, Iowa and Kewanee, IL locations. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 2 years or more of construction or general carpentry experience. However, we are willing to train the right candidate. We offer year-round work with plenty of room for advancement.
Responsibilities:
Learn and follow Greiner Buildings safety and construction procedures.
Read, understand and build according to the customer’s and the foreman’s specifications.
Complete quality building projects by digging and installing footings; framing walls and roof structures; installing windows, doors, various siding and roofing materials; and finishing with metal and wood trims.
Operate construction hand tools and other specialized equipment.
Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized and enjoyable work environment.
Apply good customer service and maintain a clean work site.
Qualifications:
Dependable transportation and a valid driver's license.
Able to work in a physically demanding environment.
Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet.
Willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
Pay & Benefits:
Greiner Buildings offers a competitive, escalating pay scale based on experience and performance.
Performance-based hourly rate depending on experience. Get paid weekly!
Time-and-a-half paid for any hours worked above 40 per week.
Quarterly bonuses available for projects completed on time or early.
Paid vacation (begins accruing after 60 days!), holidays and all training time is compensated.
Health, dental and vision insurance (50% paid by the company).
401K with matching company funds.
Ongoing job and safety training to advance your career.
Applications are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and marital or veteran status or in the presence of a non-related medical condition or handicap.