Irrigation & Grounds Technician — Part-Time

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Grounds Laborer/Irrigation Technician for the North Carolina Botanical Garden. This part-time temporary role involves labor support for installing automated irrigation zones around the Display Garden, with a 20-hour work week and a 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule; days may vary with weather.

The position requires a high school diploma, possible pesticide and CDL licenses, and a driving record check.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school and some experience in horticultural work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Special Licensure or Certification: May require North Carolina Pesticide License; North Carolina Commercial Driver's License.
• A driving record check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide labor support for installation of automated irrigation zones.
• Work days typically 9:00 AM–5:00 PM with a 30–60 minute unpaid lunch; days may vary with weather.
• Friday planning based on forecast for following week.

Skills

Outdoor physical labor

Irrigation installation/repair

Education

High school diploma

Pesticide license (NC)

CDL (NC)

Job description

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Grounds Laborer/Irrigation Technician for the North Carolina Botanical Garden. This part-time temporary role involves labor support for installing automated irrigation zones around the Display Garden, with a 20-hour work week and a 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule; days may vary with weather.

The position requires a high school diploma, possible pesticide and CDL licenses, and a driving record check.