Grounds Worker (POOLED POSITION)

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington is seeking a Grounds Worker in the Landscape Services Department to perform semi-skilled grounds management on the Main UNCW Campus. Daily duties include edging, pruning, mowing, new landscaping, and irrigation repair, plus general upkeep of university grounds, housing areas, parking lots, and trash pickup.

The position requires ability to operate landscape equipment, valid NC driver's license, and the physical capability for medium to heavy work.

Qualifications

• Semi-skilled grounds work experience or equivalent
• Ability to follow instructions and perform medium to heavy physical work

Responsibilities

• Edge, prune, mow, and perform new landscaping and irrigation repairs
• Maintain general manicuring of university properties, housing areas, and parking lots; trash pickup
• Operate landscape equipment and store properly; assist in snow/ice/debris removal when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or administration

Skills

Landscape equipment operation

Verbal communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Backhoe operation

Job description

Grounds Worker (POOLED POSITION)

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by aclear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, andstrengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic visionand commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic andcollaborative environment where employees can make meaningfulcontributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal NorthCarolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic communitywith the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here,professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality oflife—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally andprofessionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefitfrom a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, andconnection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits packagedesigned to support your health, financial well-being, andprofessional growth. From comprehensive health coverage andretirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunitieswithin the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, andwellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both atwork and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range:

$35,777 - $37,660The salary rangeadvertised is the designated recruitment range for thisclassification. Final salary offers will be determined by thecandidate's education, relevant experience, internal equityalignment, and departmental budgetary param

Vacancy Number:

S02906

Competency Level:

Journey

Location of Workplace:

Main UNCW Campus

Home Department:

Landscaping - 35211

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Landscape Services Section is a part of the Physical PlantBusiness Affairs Section of the University. This unit providessupport for the maintenance and operations of all Universitygrounds.

College:

College

University Information:

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastaluniversity, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring,research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-classfaculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national levelfor scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerfulacademic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and criticalthinking.

University Information:

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers afull range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as wellas doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology,nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learningoptions, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSNprogram, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for workingprofessionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree programfocused on coastal engineering.

University Information:

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarlyactivities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "DoctoralUniversities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University)by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of HigherEducation.

University Information:

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since1969.

Location of Workplace:

Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

The Grounds Worker of the Landscape Services Department performssemi-skilled grounds management. Daily duties include performingvarious functions such as edging, pruning, mowing, new landscapingand irrigation repair. The general manicuring of all Universityproperties, housing areas, parking lot maintenance, trash pick-up,and other associated duties as determined by supervisor oradministration. This position may install equipment related tolandscape functions, may operate backhoe, sprayers, and otherskilled equipment as directed. This position will be responsiblefor the proper care and storage of equipment.

This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for theUniversity and may be required to report to work during adverseweather conditions even though the University may be operating onan alternate schedule. This position may assist in the removal ofsnow, ice, or debris.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to followinstructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work, or anequivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills &Experience:

• A working knowledge of landscape maintenance and the ability tooperate large and small equipment.
• Good verbal communication skills to effectively communicateinformation to coworkers as well as provide information to thegeneral public in a courteous and informed manner.
• An understanding of the safe and proper handling of equipmentand machinery associated with landscape functions.

Required Certifications or Licensures:

Valid NC Drivers' License or the ability to obtain within 30days.

FTE:

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year:

12 Months

Work Days:

Monday - Friday

Work Hours:

6:30am - 3:30pm, subject to over-time

Type of Position:

Permanent

Position Number:

S02906

Job Posting Date:

08/24/2026

Posting Close Date:

09/14/2026

Number of Openings:

Multi-Positions

Special Notes to Applicants:

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM(Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive fullconsideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entireapplication, including the 'Work History' section before you applyfor this position. Applications must be submitted through theonline application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journeylevel. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency andtraining & experience requirements, then management mayconsider other applicants. Salary would be determined based oncompetencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Eligibility for Employment:

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offenderbackground checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motorvehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federallaw requires all employers to verify the identity and employmenteligibility of all persons hired to work in theUnitedStates.

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant foretud employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, genderidentity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color,national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexualorientation, political affiliation, veteran status, militaryservice member status, genetic information, or relationship toother university constituents - except where sex, age, or abilityrepresent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications orwhere marital status is a statutorily established eligibilitycriterion for State funded employee benefit programs.