What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Pool- Grounds Worker (Facilities Operations) position at North Carolina A&T State University?
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
Classification Type
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
Minimum Experience/Education
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used in grounds maintenance work. Mechanical aptitude to make adjustments and minor repairs to grounds equipment.
- Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
- Ability to perform work involving physical strain for an extended period of time. Safety awareness and good communication skills.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Required License or Certification
Employee is required to have Safety Shoes.
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
- Assist with upkeep of the grounds to provide beautification to the entire campus.
- Perform grounds maintenance (cutting grass, edging and trimming lawns, planting and pruning shrubs and trees, weeding shrub beds, snow and ice removal, etc.); cleans campus of debris, dig ditches, installs fences and sign posts; and performs manual tasks (moving and hauling furniture and other materials including chemicals and gases manually or otherwise, etc.) according to instructions.
- Set up and breaks down furniture, stages, materials and equipment for special events and activities.
- Operate most small engine grounds maintenance tools and machinery.
- Practice safe operating procedures with equipment, around students, vehicles and facilities; attends safety meetings, wears personal protective clothing.
Temporary pools are open quarterly. for consideration for future pools, applicants will need to reapply each quarter.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Grounds Department plants and maintains our beautiful grounds, impressing students and parents with its beauty.
This department is also responsible for trash removal, scheduling and hauling of items on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and setup for special events.
This department is also responsible for trash removal, scheduling and hauling of items on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and setup for special events.
Work Hours
Work week based on need and weather conditions. May include early morning, evenings, and weekends.
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Position Information
Working Title
Temporary Pool- Grounds Worker (Facilities Operations)
Competency Level
Contributing
Position Number
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Temporary - Full-time
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Asst VC Bus & Fin/Facilities
Organizational Location
VC for Business & Finance
Organizational Unit
Asst VC Bus & Fin/Facilities
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SHRA3156
Open Date
04/01/2026
Close Date
06/30/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
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.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40035