Landscape Maintenance Technician

Overview

Are you passionate about working outdoors, taking pride in your work, and contributing to something bigger? NC State University is looking for a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Technician to help care for and enhance one of the most beautiful and dynamic campuses in the country.

As part of our Landscape Maintenance and Operations unit, this role plays a vital part in maintaining the safety, appearance, and sustainability of the university’s outdoor spaces. Our team is committed to supporting NC State’s mission by creating and preserving a clean, vibrant, and welcoming campus environment.

In this hands-on role, you’ll use expert horticultural and turf management practices to maintain lawns, gardens, and landscape features across campus
. Whether you’re planting seasonal flowers, managing irrigation systems, or ensuring safe walkways, your work directly supports the health and experience of the campus community.

If you enjoy meaningful outdoor work, take pride in craftsmanship, and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we invite you to apply and help keep NC State looking its best every day.

• Perform general landscape maintenance, including mowing, edging, trimming, blowing, debris removal, leaf collection, and mulching
• Install and maintain plant materials (annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, bulbs, sod)
• Apply herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides in accordance with label directions and safety standards
• Prune plant material to maintain health and seasonal bloom
• Monitor and report on the health of turf and plant materials, identifying pests, diseases, and deficiencies
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on landscape equipment (mowers, blowers, trimmers, chainsaws, utility vehicles)
• Support turf care activities such as soil testing, seeding, fertilization, irrigation, and sod installation
• Collaborate with the irrigation team to monitor and assist with irrigation systems and repairs
• Maintain clean and orderly worksites, vehicles, and storage areas
• Respond to field and customer concerns, escalating as needed to Field Leads or Zone Managers
• Complete daily work records, timesheets, and documentation accurately

• This position is essential to the operations of the University and may require the employee to work during adverse weather conditions or if the University is closed
• Cross-train within the unit and support coworkers to meet team goals and coverage needs
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities

High school diploma or GED, 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.

• Must be able to verbally communicate effectively with supervisors and the general public, and understand verbal and written instructions
• Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Basic computer skills, such as checking email, entering time, and completing online training
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently and up to 90 pounds occasionally with or without reasonable accommodations

• Knowledge of plant care and light equipment repair and maintenance
• North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment

• Valid driver’s license required
• North Carolina driver’s license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained

Job Open Date: 06/02/2025

Earliest Close Date: 09/23/2025 or until filled. Positions posted until 5:00 PM ET on the listed close date; postings may remain open and close at any time.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified…