Grounds Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193776SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Grounds Maintenance TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
$34,484 - $37,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm; Some rotating weekendsJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Landscape Maintenance and OperationsAbout the Department
Essential Job Duties
The Grounds Maintenance Technician (GMT) serves as a member of a grounds maintenance crew providing high level management and aesthetic quality to the landscape on campus within a designated campus zone. This position also assists with the annual and perennial planting activities, mulching, weeding, debris removal, bed preparation, pruning and sanitation. Additionally, the GMT may assist with turf related tasks such as mowing, blowing, edging, trimming. The GMT serves as a member of the annual mulching team and provides support for the annual leaf collection crew and inclement weather response.
Other Responsibilities
Use snow/ice removal equipment to aid in snow removal as directed by supervisors. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
Necessary Special Qualifications: North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required.
Other Required Qualifications
- Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
- Some experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently and up to 90 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in grounds maintenance or arboriculture.
- Knowledge of plant care and light equipment repair and maintenance.
- A high level of applicable horticultural care and maintenance with some irrigation knowledge.
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license required.
- North Carolina driver’s license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
01/17/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
01/23/2024Notice to Applicants
Position Number
00062815Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Agricultural/Horticultural SpecialistPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $54,265Salary Grade Equivalency
GN04Alternate Option
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Other - Grounds & Building ServicesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
446801 - Grounds TurfAA/EEO
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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