Groundskeeper

Company: DHRM
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Title: Groundskeeper State Role Title: Trades Technician II Hiring Range: $45,000 - $50,000 Pay Band: 2 Agency: Department of Military Affairs Location: Red Horse Agency Website: DMA Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties About the Agency: The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Purpose of Position: To provide services required in relation to upkeep and maintenance of grounds and landscaping at the 203rd RED HORSE Squadron. Minimum Qualifications Ability to be trained to operate various types of motorized equipment; Must be able to read, write and follow instructions; Ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; Ability to carry, lift, and place equipment weighing 50 pounds while wearing protective/safety equipment, in all kind of weather; Ability to review and manage grounds maintenance contracts; Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record required. Additional Considerations . 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. Employment offers may be subject to any of the following: o Extensive criminal background check o Pre-employment drug screening o Employment reference checks o Virginia DMV Driver Alert System o Pre-employment physical examination This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring. Must have, and maintain, a valid Driver’s License for the duration of employment. The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume. AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment). Contact Information Name: Loreley A. Leabhart Phone: (804) 313-1694 Email: loreley.a.leabhart2.nfg@army.mil 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.

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