Job Description

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $4,451 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION
PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE:
$2,225.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,225.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.
Maintains existing and new landscapes that are part of campus buildings, and roof and memorial gardens. Installs all new plant material following plans and/or approved horticultural/grounds practices and procedures; maintains the beds including pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilizing and spraying of plant material, which may include pesticides. May maintain detailed records of plant species, including research on the design and maintenance of such plants; and may install and maintain zone area systems in the assigned geographical area. Uses special tools for cultivation, maintenance and transportation of plants.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from high school and some experience in horticultural work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Special Licensure or Certification: May require North Carolina Pesticide License; North Carolina Commercial Driver's License.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience in a commercial landscaping/grounds maintenance setting. Knowledge of irrigation management (installation, maintenance and controller operation). Ability to operate a wide assortment of power equipment (large mowers, tractor w/ attachments, skid steer, excavator, backhoe etc.). Good working knowledge of turf management (cool and warm season). Plant knowledge/identification (shrubs & perennials). Verbal and written communication skills in order to delegate and supervise the assigned job tasks, ability to maintain an effective working relationship with coworkers, other Facilities Services shop personnel and the general campus community. Ability to evaluate existing conditions and delegate proper personnel to perform the duties required.
Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions, including, but not limited to a public health emergency, may require the university to close.
NC Driver's License or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
Work may require knowledge of a unique and unusual collection of plants, impacting the cultivation and maintenance of the plants.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Advanced level of experience in a commercial landscaping/grounds maintenance setting with experience in a supervisory role.
A North Carolina Pesticide Applicators License.
Required Licenses/Certifications
NC Driver's License
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Ability to bend, stoop, lift, work from a ladder or an airlift, and walk behind or operate equipment on varied terrain for extended periods of time. Ability to move objects that weigh up to 50 pounds. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PE) including safety glasses, hearing protection and safety shoes.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Night work occasionally, On-call occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver's License, Weekend work occasionally
Special Instructions
**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS
The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:
To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.
A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).
This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found .
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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