Title:  VVH Part-Time Groundskeeper

Overview

The Vermont Veterans' Home (VVH) is seeking to hire two (2) part-time Groundskeepers in their Environmental Services Division. These temporary positions will be responsible for the maintenance and care of VVH grounds and landscapes. Duties will include the operation of electrically-powered and gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment and machines, and the use of small hand and power tools or equipment for planting, cultivating, and trimming grounds and landscaping. The Groundskeeper also performs maintenance on groundskeeping equipment and tools, and makes minor repairs as directed. Additionally, the position will be responsible for winter-related tasks such as shoveling snow, sanding and salting sidewalks and pathways, clearing and cleaning building entrances and exits. The Groundskeeper may also perform non-landscaping related tasks, such as painting, cleaning, sweeping, making minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs, delivering supplies, materials, and equipment as needed, and providing custodial services.

 

The Vermont Veterans' Home is an experienced residential and healthcare campus for Veterans. The staff of the Vermont Veterans' Home work as a team to fulfill America's promise to care for our country's Veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star parents. To truly fulfill the promise, we offer clinical care and a wide range of services that are recognized as Best in Class for their effectiveness in patient-centered care. Together we strive to create an environment that provides our residents with the dignity and respect that they so rightfully deserve.

 

For more information about the Vermont Veterans' Home, please visit this site. This position is classified as a Veterans' Home Utility Worker by the Department of Human Resources.

 

The hourly rate may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

Who May Apply

This position, VVH Part-Time Groundskeeper (#48833), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Asa Whitcomb at asa.whitcomb@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
 
Any person who has had a charge of abuse, neglect or exploitation substantiated against him or her OR who has been convicted of an offense for actions related to bodily injury, theft or misuse of funds or property is not eligible under the Vermont Veterans’ Home licensing requirements. Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position, including Vermont and national criminal record checks, adult and child abuse registry checks, the Office of Inspector General exclusion database, and motor vehicle driving record checks where applicable.

Environmental Factors

On an assigned basis, may perform of any of the following duties or act as a lead worker: Receives, unpacks, checks and records the receipt of requisitions and issues stock as well as taking physical inventory. May sort incoming and interdepartmental mail and delivers it to proper addresses. Performs clerical duties incidental to work assignment. May work in the laundry operating all associated equipment as well as transporting laundry. May assist in helping residents move around the facility including recreation and dining areas. May assist cooks in the preparation and serving of meals as well as maintaining kitchen and dining facilities. May perform a variety of custodial duties. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

No specific education or experience required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.