Campus Horticultural Specialist — Hands-on Landscape Care

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NC State University’s Landscape Maintenance and Operations as a Horticultural Specialist. Lead hands-on landscape work, apply horticultural best practices, monitor plant health, and mentor LM&O staff to uphold campus standards.

This role focuses on sustainable, year-round outdoor management across campus zones. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, possible North Carolina pesticide licensing, and a valid NC driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on landscape tasks including pruning, weeding, mulching, planting, watering, blowing, and debris removal.
• Monitor plant health and diagnose diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies; recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with plant maintenance service agreements, including fertilization, soil testing, pruning schedules, and routine care standards.
• Lift and transport materials weighing up to 60 pounds and perform a wide range of physically demanding tasks outdoors.

Skills

Pruning

Plant care

Horticulture

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

North Carolina Pesticide License

North Carolina CDL

Job description

Join NC State University’s Landscape Maintenance and Operations as a Horticultural Specialist. Lead hands-on landscape work, apply horticultural best practices, monitor plant health, and mentor LM&O staff to uphold campus standards.

This role focuses on sustainable, year-round outdoor management across campus zones. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, possible North Carolina pesticide licensing, and a valid NC driver's license.