Grounds Worker

Posted: 06-Jan-24

Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Salary: Open

Internal Number: 272163

Vacancy ID: P018516

Position Summary/Description:

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $3,974 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE:
$1,987 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $1,987 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.
This recruitment is for two Grounds Worker positions (#00033925 and #00062363). By applying, you will be considered for both positions.
Position is responsible for the cultivation, maintenance and promotion of plants, turf or a plant collection in an assigned program or geographical area of the University. Positions in this class observe and diagnose structural and horticultural problems. Work includes installation of all new plant material following plans and/or approved horticultural/grounds practices and procedures; maintaining the beds including pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilizing and spraying of plant material, which may include pesticides. This position is assigned a wide range of horticultural and landscape management duties to include assisting in cultural activities, spraying pesticides, equipment operation responsibilities, lawn and landscape renovations, landscape installations and repair of irrigation systems. Participates in landscape design and construction, supply and arrangement of special foliage for events, seasonal color coordinator, or promotes knowledge and understanding of the plants. Work requires the use of special tools for cultivation, maintenance and transportation of plants.
This position serves as part of the snow and ice management team during the winter months.

Education and Experience:

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. NOTE: Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

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