Description

Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and park, located in Richmond, Virginia, with many unique experiences for all to enjoy, including the historic Maymont Mansion, The Robins Nature Center, arboretum, formal gardens, and habitats for native Virginia wildlife and farm animals. Since 1975, Maymont has been maintained and operated by the nonprofit Maymont Foundation, committed to creating experiences that delight, educate and inspire its guests.

The Maymont Foundation is seeking a Horticulture and Grounds Technician I who will assist in maintaining Maymont’s 100-acre estate through the support and ongoing care of the property’s gardens and grounds. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Horticulture and Grounds.

Essential Functions Include

Provide ongoing care of Maymont’s gardens and grounds through landscape maintenance such as, but not limited to, planting, grass cutting, leaf and debris removal, tree trimming and brush removal
Support the park operations department's year-round schedule of tasks
Operate Maymont vehicles both on and off-site. Operate landscaping equipment and tools including zero-turn mower and brush cutter, and two-cycle engine equipment, such as weed-eaters, blowers, line trimmers hedge clippers and chainsaws
Care for and provide routine maintenance to equipment and tools
Lead garden volunteers and groups assisting with projects and routine work
Maintain clean and organized work areas and storage spaces
Support the ongoing work of other departments including occasional weekend and evening work as needed, including storm preparations and clean-up
Participate in Maymont community events as needed, which may be outside of regular work schedule
Assist with other duties and tasks as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience:

A minimum of 1-year varied experience in the landscape or horticulture industry
GED or equivalent
Willing to obtain a registered pesticide applicator license
Experience with zero-turn mower and two-cycle engine equipment, such as weed-eater, blower, hedge clippers and chainsaw preferred
Experience operating tractors and similar equipment preferred

Competencies

Ability to work in inclement weather throughout the year
Ability to pass scheduled, employer-provided training in Basic First Aid and CPR
Ability to perform manual work as required
Demonstrated ability to collaborate within and across teams
Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, special events and holidays
Ability to pass a background check
Valid driver’s license required with reliable transportation to/from Maymont

Physical Demands

Frequent sitting, standing, walking and talking for extended periods
Frequent climbing, bending, carrying, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs
Ability to work inside and outside in all weather conditions
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid-time-off and health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Maymont Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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