Advanced Grounds & Landscape Technician

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain and enhance campus landscapes, turf areas, and plant collections. You will follow established grounds practices, assist in irrigation work, and contribute to seasonal color programs while operating landscaping equipment.

The role requires physical fitness for outdoor tasks, adherence to safety procedures, and a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Medium to heavy physical work and ability to perform duties safely.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Requires a valid NC Driver's License or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate, maintain, and promote plants, turf, or a plant collection on campus.
• Install new plant material following plans and grounds practices.
• Prune, weed, mulch, fertilize, spray as needed; operate related equipment.
• Assist in landscape maintenance, irrigation, and seasonal color coordination.

Skills

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Job description

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain and enhance campus landscapes, turf areas, and plant collections. You will follow established grounds practices, assist in irrigation work, and contribute to seasonal color programs while operating landscaping equipment.

The role requires physical fitness for outdoor tasks, adherence to safety procedures, and a valid NC driver’s license.