Title: Grounds Supervisor-EG004
State Role Title: Trades Technician III
Hiring Range: $40,000-$50,000
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of General Services
Location: Office
Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of General Services Bureau of Facilities Management (BFM) is a customer-focused organization that provides high-quality surroundings for the roughly 75 state and legislative agencies located within the Capitol Square complex. BFM operates and maintains approximately 4.2 million square feet of space at the Capitol Complex and throughout the metropolitan Richmond area, including office buildings, the State Capitol, the Governor's Mansion, and monuments.
This position ensures the repair, maintenance & preventive maintenance tasks/guidelines are met with least disruption to building occupants. The Grounds Supervisor works in a multi-craft team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
• Valid Virginia Drivers License
• Must be able to obtain Registered Technician Pesticide Applicator’s License within first 6 months of employment
• Considerable knowledge of various plant materials and turf
• Extensive knowledge in the mechanical use of landscape equipment
• Extensive experience in the landscape trade
• Snow and ice removal and cleanup experience
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Available to work 24/7 in the event of weather emergencies (position is classified essential)
• Ability to supervise a diverse group of skilled and unskilled labor
• Experience in the maintenance of various landscape equipment
Additional Considerations
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License desired
• Supervisory experience desired
• Computer experience desired
• Experience working with an automated service work request system desired
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The selected candidates must successfully complete fingerprint-based background checks and DMV driving record checks.
Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
Notice: DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.
Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.
Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.
Contact Information
Name: DGS Human Resources
Phone: 804-786-3910
Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.