Campus Grounds Specialist: Mowing, Landscaping & Safety

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College seeks a Groundskeeper to perform routine tasks maintaining campus grounds for appearance, safety, and functionality. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, pruning, raking and sweeping walkways, watering, and bed maintenance.

Assists with snow/ice removal and supports during campus events and emergencies. The role supports diverse facilities operations and contributes to a welcoming campus environment with adherence to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of full‑time or equivalent groundskeeping work experience.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates college-owned vehicles and grounds equipment safely.
• Mows, trims, edges lawns, and cleans site after maintenance activities.
• Maintains lawns, trees and flower beds including mulching, weeding, and pruning.
• Uses hand and power tools for grounds maintenance and sidewalk/parking lot work.
• Collects trash and maintains campus cleanliness.
• Applies fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides following safety guidelines.
• Reports maintenance or repairs to the Maintenance Mechanic.

Skills

Foreign language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Driver’s license

Job description

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College seeks a Groundskeeper to perform routine tasks maintaining campus grounds for appearance, safety, and functionality. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, pruning, raking and sweeping walkways, watering, and bed maintenance.

Assists with snow/ice removal and supports during campus events and emergencies. The role supports diverse facilities operations and contributes to a welcoming campus environment with adherence to