Grounds Equipment Operator

Posted Thursday, June 19, 2025

**VMI EMPLOYEES ONLY**

Virginia Military Institute is accepting applications for a full-time Grounds Equipment Operator in the Facilities Maintenance Department.

Job Description:

• Operates trucks, tractors, backhoes, front-end loaders, mowers, snowplows and other equipment related to preventive and corrective maintenance. 
• Responds to emergency situations as needed during and after hours to include snow and ice removal
• Apply herbicides, insecticide, and fertilizers to the turf, yards, fields, and plants (certifications required with this position)
• Operate JLG lift and bucket truck lift for tree/shrub trimming (certification required) and/or removal
• Maintain and perform minor repair to equipment
• Perform function set ups per work order and diagrams
• Support special events after hours and on weekends
• Identified as essential personnel

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working skill in the use of hand tools
• Ability to operate motor vehicles
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor
• Ability to work from heights; preferred
• Other Qualifications:
  •    JLG Lift and Bucket Truck certificate (required within 6 months from date of employment);

Additional Considerations:

• High school diploma/GED
• Knowledge of arithmetic, units of measure and equipment maintenance
• Basic computer skills

Internal Candidates can apply at: Grounds Equipment Operator-Job Application

VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322