Temporary Grounds Keeper

Elizabeth City State University; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth City State University is seeking a groundskeeper to maintain the appearance of the campus, including lawns, flowerbeds, and sports facilities. The role requires physical work, outdoor conditions, and adherence to safety guidelines. Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM on rotating shifts. The university is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities include operating hand and power equipment, trimming, planting, trash removal, and debris cleanup to preserve campus standards.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or at least 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Cut grass, edging, trimming trees, weed eating, watering flowerbeds, spreading grass seed, planting flowers and shrubs, picking up trash, operating hand and power equipment, removal of debris from drains, help maintain the appearance and condition of the campus grounds, football field and stadium.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Lawn maintenance

Equipment operation

Tools

Hand and power equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

Cut grass, edging, trimming trees, weed eating, watering flowerbeds, spreading grass seed, planting flowers and shrubs, picking up trash, operating hand and power equipment, removal of debris from drains, help maintain the appearance and condition of the campus grounds, football field and stadium.

Requirements

High school graduate or at least 1 year of experience.

Work Hours

6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, rotating shifts.

EEO Statement

Elizabeth City State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Application Instructions

• Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if you are identified as a finalist for the position.)
  • Other
  • Letter of Recommendation 1
  • Letter of Recommendation 2
  • Letter of Recommendation 3
  • DD214

Human Resources
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Mainline: 252.335.3252 | Fax: [phone]