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North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Grounds Technician - Lonnie Poole Golf Course
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.
$38,914 / year median in North Carolina
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Posting Details Job Posting Information Posting Number
PG195196SP
Internal Recruitment No Working Title Grounds Technician- Lonnie Poole Golf Course Anticipated Hiring Range $33,540
- $35,360 Work Schedule Monday
- Friday, 6:00am
- 3:00pm; every other weekend and adherence to event schedule is required Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Campus Enterprises About the Department Campus Enterprises is NC State University's division of retail and hospitality organizations — NC State Dining, NC State Stores, Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NC State Student Centers (Witherspoon and Talley), and the One Card Office.
What we offer:
Medical , Dental , and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Essential Job Duties Working at Lonnie Poole Golf Course means more than just cutting grass—it means maintaining the home turf of the NC State Wolfpack. We are looking for reliable and hardworking individuals to join our Grounds Crew team. We take pride in our facility, and this position is vital in assisting with daily golf course maintenance to ensure high-quality playing conditions and pristine overall course appearance. There are currently two positions available. Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to Assist in all areas of golf course groundskeeping Perform landscaping, sodding, and general course upkeep Apply fertilizers and pesticides on and around the course Mow and maintain fairways, roughs, fringes, and greens Conduct ornamental and turf pest control Maintain and repair sprinkler and irrigation systems Assist with fencing installation and maintenance Perform tree trimming and debris removal Operate and maintain golf course maintenance equipment Complete daily assignments independently and according to work schedules Work Environment Outdoor work environment with exposure to heat, cold, rain, and other weather conditions Perform strenuous physical labor for long periods of time, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, crouching, or kneeling, pushing/pulling of levers on equipment and machinery. Lifting up to 70 lbs. frequently, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in seeing the immediate results of your hard work, we encourage you to apply. Other Responsibilities Model the Division's mission and values and foster a positive, cohesive workplace and congeniality among co-workers. Understand the goals and culture of the organization, and understand how employees' work activities, teamwork, and customer service impact clients. Work with your supervisor and colleagues to understand these goals and the culture. Adhere to all University policies, procedures, and regulations, and Division standard operating practices and protocols. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure Lonnie Poole Golf Course business needs are met. Duties in other locations may be assigned by management to utilize knowledge and skills during peak or slow periods, or when emergency situations occur in other areas. Qualifications 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. Preferred Qualifications Experience with golf maintenance/lawn care/landscaping Working knowledge and applicability of tools, methods, and materials used in golf course and ground maintenance Operational knowledge of equipment used: 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 Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities and assignments according to work schedule Excellent punctuality, dependability, and work ethic Required License or Certification N/A Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License Required? No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 08/31/2026 Earliest Close Date- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date.
- $ 58,335 Salary Grade Equivalency NC01 Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
- Adverse Weather Non Mandatory
- Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation
- Emergency Events Mandatory
- Medical Emergencies Time Limited Position No Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable) Department Id 470301
- Golf Course EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer.
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- How did you learn of this opportunity?
- Do you have a High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience? Yes No
- Please describe your experience working in grounds maintenance and/or horticultural care.