Grounds Worker

Position Summary The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. The tasks and responsibilities include application of fertilizers, insecticides and herbicides; tree and shrub pruning; maintenance of flowering plants, shrubs and trees; mowing and weeding of large turf areas; operation of tools, equipment and machinery utilized in grounds maintenance, landscape material installation, general site maintenance and snow removal, all on a large scale. Normal working hours are Sunday through Thursday 6:30am – 3:00pm; other work hours may occur on occasion. Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Be in good physical condition capable of performing manual labor tasks in a variety of situations and conditions. Have general knowledge required in grounds maintenance tasks such as proper application of fertilizers, insecticides and herbicides. Be skilled in the operation of grounds maintenance equipment utilized in large scale situations. Have experience in planting, cultivation and care of shrubs, trees, plants and turf grasses of this region. Be capable of understanding and carrying out oral and written work assignments. Have a valid NC Driver’s License. Be able to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of employment. Be able to pass certification testing to obtain a NC Pesticide Applicator’s License within the 2 year probationary period in order to retain employment. Minimum Qualifications Some state job postings say you can qualify by an ‘equivalent combination of education and experience.’ If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Salary and Employment Details Anticipated Hiring Range: $38,115 Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Number of Hours per Week: 40 Number of Months per Year: 12 Salary Band Range: $33,540 - $47,847 Benefits Dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Free group exercise classes multiple times per week. Discounted membership to the campus recreation center. Free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus. Pretax flexible spending accounts. 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12‑month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge. Background / E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr