UNC Overview :
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community. In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025. Research.com
- #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC US News & World Report
- #9 in Top Public Schools Princeton Reviews
- #7 in Top 50 Guide to Green Schools Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans
- eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.
Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
Classification Title :
Building Environmental Services Technician Department :
Campus Operations Full-Time/Part-Time :
Full-Time Months per
Year :
12
Months Position Summary:
We are recruiting multiple positions. As summer rapidly approaches, this is the perfect time to be part of the team for the beautification of our campus. This position will report to the Grounds Department in Campus Operations. Responsibilities include pruning, weeding, pest control, planting of trees, shrubs, and perennials, mulching, fertilizing, and all aspects of maintaining lawns, trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials, mowing, weed-eating, snow removal, trash and litter removal, and sidewalk/road/parking lot maintenance. A clear understanding of horticultural principles and techniques needed to properly maintain a diverse landscape of trees, shrubs, groundcovers and herbaceous perennials is needed. Knowledgeable in the use of organic products and methods including fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Knowledge of cultivation, pruning, spraying, and trimming requirements of shrubs and trees is preferred. In addition, experience and a proven proficiency in safe operation of all equipment used for grounds management, including commercial riding mowers, blowers, sprayers, pruning tools, garden tools, spreaders, large snow removal equipment, etc. Experience in landscape construction, from transplanting large trees and shrubs to proper installation of retaining walls and pavers. An understanding of written and oral directions to make applications of pesticides/herbicides and fertilizers is necessary to be successful. Duties require moderate to heavy amounts of physical labor and exertion in all types of weather, may be asked to assist in the set-up of events, furniture moving, etc., as needed. Ability to work as a member of a team and independently is required. The ability to communicate well with the public is an important factor of this position. Must have a valid driver's license
Minimum Education/Experience/Skill :
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Quick Link for
Positing :
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EO/AA/ADA Employer:
The University of North Carolina Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 251-6605 or email to hr@unca.edu .
