Landscape Maintenance Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Technician to enhance and care for its beautiful campus. This hands-on role involves various outdoor maintenance tasks, ensuring the safety and aesthetics of the university's outdoor spaces. The successful candidate will enjoy a collaborative work environment and contribute significantly to maintaining a vibrant campus.

Benefits

Exclusive employee perks

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Basic computer skills for emails and training.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform general landscape maintenance including mowing, trimming, and blowing.
• Install and maintain plant materials and apply pesticides.
• Operate and maintain landscape equipment safely.

Skills

Communication

Landscaping

Education

High school or GED diploma

Tools

Horticultural equipment

Job description

The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus’s physical environment supportsthe university’s mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!

As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

Are you passionate about working outdoors, taking pride in your work, and contributing to something bigger? NC State University is looking for a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Technician to help care for and enhance one of the most beautiful and dynamic campuses in the country.

As part of our Landscape Maintenance and Operations unit, this role plays a vital part in maintaining the safety, appearance, and sustainability of the university’s outdoor spaces. Our team is committed to supporting NC State’s mission by creating and preserving a clean, vibrant, and welcoming campus environment.

In this hands-on role, you’ll use expert horticultural and turf management practices to maintain lawns, gardens, and landscape features across campus. Whether you’re planting seasonal flowers, managing irrigation systems, or ensuring safe walkways, your work directly supports the health and experience of the campus community.

If you enjoy meaningful outdoor work, take pride in craftsmanship, and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we invite you to apply and help keep NC State looking its best every day.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform general landscape maintenance, including mowing, edging, trimming, blowing, debris removal, leaf collection, and mulching
• Install and maintain plant materials (annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, bulbs, sod)
• Apply herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides in accordance with label directions and safety standards
• Prune plant material to maintain health and seasonal bloom
• Monitor and report on the health of turf and plant materials, identifying pests, diseases, and deficiencies
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on landscape equipment (mowers, blowers, trimmers, chainsaws, utility vehicles)
• Support turf care activities such as soil testing, seeding, fertilization, irrigation, and sod installation
• Collaborate with the irrigation team to monitor and assist with irrigation systems and repairs
• Maintain clean and orderly worksites, vehicles, and storage areas
• Respond to field and customer concerns, escalating as needed to Field Leads or Zone Managers
• Complete daily work records, timesheets, and documentation accurately

Other Responsibilities

• This position is essential to the operations of the University and may require the employee to work during adverse weather conditions or if the University is closed
• Cross-train within the unit and support coworkers to meet team goals and coverage needs
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications

High school or General Educational Development ( GED ) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: 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.

Other Required Qualifications

• Must be able to verbally communicate effectively with supervisors and the general public, and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters
• Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Basic computer skills, such as checking email, entering time, and completing online training etc
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently and up to 90 pounds occasionally with or without reasonable accommodations

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of plant care and light equipment repair and maintenance
• Necessary Special Qualifications: North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver’s license required
• North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/02/2025

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 06/09/2025

Notice to Applicants

Please include all relevant employment history on your application. Any employment history you mention in the supplemental questions or resume, MUST be listed in your employment history on your application.

Special Instructions

Position Number

Position Number 00062525

Position Type

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Position Classification Band Title Agricultural/Horticultural Specialist

Position Classification Band Level

Position Classification Band Level Journey

Position Classification Salary Range

Position Classification Salary Range $ 33,540 - $ 58,335

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency GN04

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Other - Grounds & Building Services

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

Department Id 445060 - Landscape Maintenance & Operations

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU website
  • Craigslist
  • Indeed.com
  • Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
  • NC Works
  • Dress for Success
  • Technical/Trade School Program
  • Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
  • Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)
  • Other
  • Monster.com
  • Other online job board
  • NCSU employee referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?
  • Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
  • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.
Required DocumentsOptional Documents
• Resume

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
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