General Utility Worker (Grounds)

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. Special certification may be required for some of these positions.

Supervisor prefers a high school graduate and three years of related experience performing a variety of grounds maintenance tasks and moving and hauling. Physically able to perform manual tasks - walk, bend, push, pull, lift (moderate to heavy) for an extended period of time while completing assignments. Able to follow oral and written assignments and work on a team. Able to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to use tools with care and store properly. Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with team.

General Utility Worker performs physical labor that includes grounds upkeep, moving and hauling and setting up for special events. Duties include grounds maintenance and upkeep (cutting grass, planting and pruning shrubs, weeding shrub beds, edging walks, sowing grass seed); policing grounds and trash collection and removal; moving and hauling of furniture, equipment and materials; setting up, break down and return of stages, props, chairs or other items required for special events; and snow and ice removal. Position is required to report for work during adverse weather (ice, snow and other emergencies) as well as perform other assigned duties.

The Grounds Department provides maintenance and upkeep for the University's 200 acre campus, 800 acre farm, and other off-campus properties, natural landscape features and the athletic complex. Other services include sanitation (trash collection and removal), grounds maintenance and upkeep, landscaping, moving/hauling, and setting up for special events.

Work as a tradesman's helper, cleaning campus of debris, cleaning walks and curbs, cutting lawns, edging/trimming, pruning shrubs and trees, mulching, planting trees, shrubs, and flowers.

Remove snow and ice (adverse weather clean-up).

Move and haul furniture or other materials including chemicals and gases manually or otherwise.

Set-up and break down for special events.

Performs maintenance of grounds: seeds, fertilizes, installs fences and sign posts.

Assists with safe application of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.

Operates riding mowers, farm tractors, and other grounds equipment/attachments, etc. safely.

Trash/Recycling Collection:
Drive pickup truck and utility vehicles to provide assistance with trash collection as needed.
Collect recyclable waste from buildings.
Inspect grounds and other exterior trash barrels for recyclables, sorting into specialized containers while avoiding contamination.
Dispose of recyclables at established sites around Guilford County.
Collect data (weight tickets, cost, etc.) and turns in to supervisor for reports.
Assist with trash collection by walking and policing the campus to pick up debris.
Comply with all policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies and energy.
Report to work on time and in complete uniform and safety gear.

Follow oral and written instructions and asks questions to complete tasks.

Act as a lead worker for laborers in group to upkeep and grade grounds area, seed, dig holes and plant shrubs.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork.

Practice safe operating procedures with equipment, around students and facilities.

Attend safety meetings, wears personal protective clothing for the season.

Completes assignments according to OSHA safety standards and practices safe use of chemicals and/or fertilizers in planting, as well as in the operation of tools, equipment or vehicles.

Communicate and work cooperatively with fellow workers, and others in an acceptable manner.

Follow oral and written instructions and ask questions to complete tasks.

Listen to co-workers' questions or self-identifies questions that need answering.

Select an appropriate person to consult to get a workable answer that can allow for progress in accomplishing the job.

Listen and respond to customer's needs timely and respectfully.

This posting will be used for filling four openings we currently have for General Utility Workers.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more: