FT Grounds Technician

Proposed hiring date is May 2025.  This is a full-time, benefit eligible, non-exempt, staff position.  Applicants may be interviewed during the advertising period and job will be open only until filled. Salary will be determined in accordance with college guidelines and based on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

• Mowing and trimming of assigned areas. Assist with replanting of lawns when necessary
• Removal of grass clippings, sticks and limbs on roads, sidewalks and lawns, assist with leaf removal.
• Assist with landscaping projects on campus and satellite locations.
• Assist with tree care, trimming and removal.
• Gutter cleaning off ladders/roof. 
• Pick up litter across campus each morning. Empty outside trash cans weekly and replacing liners.
• Assist with snow removal from sidewalks, steps, stairs, and building entrances. Spread chat and salt on roads and sidewalks as needed. Place caution signs on sidewalks and steps where needed.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment, to include oil and filter changes, washing off of mowers and mower decks as needed, ATV’s and grease mowers when needed. 
• Assist with decorations and greenery for college functions.
• During winter months, may handle minor facilities maintenance tickets/requests as directed. 
• May be asked to complete maintenance related tasks such as work orders, in house construction work, moving furniture, and helping with event setups. 
• Spread mulch and spray herbicide as needed.
• Routine housekeeping functions of arboretum facility and greenhouse to include sweeping, etc.
• Constructs carpentry features and masonry structures for landscaping projects.
• Set vector traps to remove small vermin and insects from facilities and grounds. 
• Operation of college-owned vehicles and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, follow oral and written instructions, and work independently or in a teamenvironment. Must be knowledgeable of and demonstrate the ability to operate hand and power tools, and equipment, and have the ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment. 
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor. 

Preferred Qualifications

Meet minimum qualifications and the following:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with a large ground’s keeping operation. 

The following is necessary for consideration: 

• Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Beverly Balliot with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason. 
• The application must be complete for consideration - do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment. 
• References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses. At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor. 
• College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate. 
• HCC is a tobacco free campus 

Haywood Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Upon request, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities so that they may be able to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would result in an undue burden for the College. 

Haywood Community College (HCC) is part of the North Carolina Community College System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Founded in 1965, it is an open-door institution with the mission to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development. This includes programs for Haywood County high school students through Career and College Promise and Haywood Early College. The college campus, a designated arboretum, boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state with an iconic millpond, a productive greenhouse, dahlia gardens, an orchard garden and a rhododendron garden.

Salary : $15 - $18