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Grounds Crew

North Carolina State University

$12

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

May 28, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195177TM
Position Number	47LPGROUNDSCREW2025
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The Lonnie Poole Golf Course is seeking reliable and energetic individuals to Join our Pack as a Groundskeeper. Essential Job Duties: Landscaping and sodding Applying fertilizer and pesticides on and around the course under the direct supervision of an employee who is licensed in Ornamental & Turf Pest Control Cutting grass on the tee boxes, fairways, roughs, fringes and greens Golf course upkeep Sprinkler system maintenance, fencing and tree trimming Equipment used includes, but not limited to, walking and riding mowers, tee mowers, fairway mowers, rough mowers, rollers, bunker rakes, carts, push mowers and a variety of powered and non-powered hand tools. As a temporary employee, you are eligible for the following temporary employee perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. This is an hourly position, that includes a State required 32-day break at the end of 11 months. Superior work performance may provide an opportunity to renew employment and/or advance into a benefits eligible permanent position.
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Lonnie Poole Golf Course

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Skilled Trades
Working Title	Grounds Crew

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Flexible including early morning, week-ends, evenings, and week-days
Other Work/Responsibilities	Be an ambassador for NC State University as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success. Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.
Minimum Experience/Education	High School Diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Department Required Skills	Be dependable and manage time efficiently. Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely. Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities and assignments according to work schedule. Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time in outside conditions, and perform strenuous physical labor. Must be able to lift 50 lbs without assistance frequently. Understand and follow written and oral instructions, and complete all tasks with excellence. Establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the public.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Experience working in a golf course environment. Experience performing the following work duties: landscaping; sodding; applying fertilizer and pesticides on and around the course; cutting grass on the tee boxes, fairways, roughs, fringes and greens; golf course upkeep, sprinkler system maintenance, fencing, tree trimming. Previous experience using any of the following equipment: walking and riding mowers, tee mowers, fairway mowers, rough mowers, rollers, bunker rakes, carts, push mowers and a variety of powered and non-powered hand tools.
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$12

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	05/28/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/218975

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 an Office of Equal Opportunity representative.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

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