Grounds Team Member (00118)

Posting Summary

Working Title

Grounds Team Member (00118)

Role Title

Trades Technician II

Role Code

79032-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

02

Position Number

29000118

Agency

Brightpoint Community College

Division

Brightpoint Community College (Div)

Work Location

Chesterfield - 041

Hiring Range

$40,000 - $45,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel

Yes

EEO Category

8-Service Maintenance

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7am – 3:30pm; as needed

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint offers a robust benefits package, including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Want a job where you can stay active, work outside, and help keep campus looking its best?

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for the position of Grounds Team Member.This position performs work related to college grounds and landscaping to help provide and maintain a safe, comfortable, and visually appealing campus environment that supports teaching and learning.

Primary responsibilities include grounds maintenance and landscaping; operation and maintenance of equipment; upkeep of natural areas, parking lots, sidewalks, and exterior signage; and assistance with classroom and office setups as well as mail deliveries.

This position is designated as Essential Personnel.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Required:

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance principles, materials, equipment operation and repair, landscaping, horticulture, turf management, and workplace health and safety practices
• Proficiency in operating a personal computer
• Knowledge of OSHA workplace safety standards
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to problem solve
• Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Ability to report to work as “essential” personnel within one hour of being called into work after hours and on holidays
• Successful completion and passing of a background check.

Additional Considerations

Operation of a State Vehicle

Yes

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

As required

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

CLS_4646P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

08/11/2026

Job Close Date

09/01/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Additional Information

All full-time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.