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Landscape Field Lead Technician

Job Description

Posting Number

PG194328SP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Landscape Field Lead Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range

$50,000 - $52,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Some rotating weekends

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Landscape Maintenance & Operations

About the Department

The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus’s physical environment supports the university’s mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!

As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

Essential Job Duties

Join us as a Landscape Field Lead (LFL) and take a hands-on role in shaping and maintaining the beauty and functionality of NC State University’s landscape! As an LFL, you’ll lead and guide a dedicated team of 6-12 technical staff, ensuring top-notch landscape quality, safety, and training on best practices. If you’re ready to provide strong, on-site leadership and contribute to a vibrant campus environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Advise the team on landscape management tasks, frequencies, and quality standards
  • Evaluate site conditions to identify pest and disease issues, providing input to the Landscape Zone Superintendent (LZS)
  • Offer advice and technical assistance on best horticultural practices
  • Implement departmental initiatives such as Work Well, sustainability programs, and turf and chemical reduction
  • Serve as a training resource within the unit, providing input and direction to Superintendents, Managers, and landscape architects on the needs and special requirements of the assigned area
  • Oversee related equipment, implementing and sustaining the use of electric-powered equipment
  • Act as a working lead, assisting with all daily activities
  • Serve as a backup to the Zone Manager or assist with other areas as needed

Other Responsibilities

  • Aid in snow removal as directed by supervisors
  • Position serves in a critical role and is essential to the operations of the University. May be required to work during adverse weather conditions and work even if the University closes
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience/Education

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
 
Necessary Special Qualifications: North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required.

Other Required Qualifications

  • Able to communicate effectively with supervisors and the general public, and is able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and other communications related to work assignments and other matters.
  • Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance and turf
  • Able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefer experience in the practice of horticulture grounds maintenance and turf
  • Preferred knowledge with integrated pest management practices
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience working within a university setting

Required License or Certification

  • Valid driver’s license required. North Carolina driver’s license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained
  • Valid NC pesticide license within 6 months of hire and must be maintained

Valid NC Driver's License required

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Job Open Date

11/11/2024

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

12/16/2024

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.

Special Instructions

Please include your resume as an attachment.

Position Number

00044149

Position Type

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Agricultural/Horticultural Specialist

Position Classification Band Level

Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range

$ 33,540 - $ 58,335

Salary Grade Equivalency

GN07

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.00

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Other - Grounds & Building Services, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position

No

Department Id

445060 - Landscape Maintenance & Operations

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

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

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC 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.

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