Building Environmental Services Technician - 2189

Position Details

Position Information

Division Finance and Administration Department Facilities Operations Working Title Grounds Worker Vacancy Type Probationary Permanent Full Time Min T/E Requirements

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

FTE 1.0 Position Overall Competency Level J Recruitment Range $33,540 - $35,714 Anticipated Hiring Range $35,714 Position # 2189 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Months per year 12 Work Schedule =e.g. 8-500 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Work Schedule Type Flexible Is this a grant funded position? No If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities, Facilities Management comprises of two departments - Facilities Operations; and Facilities Planning and Construction. The primary mission is delivering required services, financial oversight, and providing a liaison with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies on matters related to planning, constructing, operating and maintaining the physical campus environment.

Facilities Management strives to provide a safe, clean, accessible, and attractive environment which enhances the abilities of academic and administrative departments to provide a personalized education experience.

Primary Purpose of Position

Provide institutional support for state agencies and universities in the areas of building environmental services grounds keeping. Employees perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and cleaning of grounds areas around athletic fields, dormitories, offices, welcome centers, and other state buildings. Work is guided by a daily schedule with task list for general assignments. Work is performed subject to close review and inspection, with problems and special assignments not covered by instructions referred to a supervisor. Duties may include physically strenuous activities such as moving operating heavy equipment, and delivering large quantities of grounds keeping supplies and equipment. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and may require strenuous physical exertion.

Job Description

Maintain grounds areas on the UNCP Campus. Provide institutional services support for State agencies and universities in the areas of building environmental services grounds keeping. Employees perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and cleaning of grounds areas around athletic fields, dormitories, offices, welcome centers, and other state buildings. Work is guided by a daily schedule for general assignments. Work is performed subject to close review and inspection, with problems and special assignments not covered by instructions referred to a supervisor. Duties may include physically strenuous activities such as moving operating heavy equipment, and delivering large quantities of grounds keeping supplies and equipment. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and may require strenuous physical exertion.

The position also performs coverage for short-staff situations as well as event coverage during and outside normal campus business hours.

This position is Mandatory Personnel: An employee whose presence has been determined to be mandatory to University operations during certain types of adverse weather or emergency events.

Management Preference

3 - 5 years experience in grounds care

Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

Valid NC Drivers License

Posting Information

Job Opening Date 08/04/2026 Job Closing Date 08/19/2026 Posting Category Services Posting Number SPA00749 Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13589 Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• C V/Resume
• Cover Letter

Posting Specific Questions

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• • Do you possess a valid driver's license? If so, please list date of issuance and date of expiration on your application.

• yes

• no

• • How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• 0-1

• 1-3

• 3-5

• 5-7

• 7+

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Agency Referral

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• CUPA HR

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• Newspaper

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• SACUBO

• Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)

• StudentAffairs.com

• UNC Collaborative Website

• UNC Pembroke Online Employment System

• Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network

• Veteran Website (Other)

• VeteransInHigherEd.com

• Vocational Rehab

• Women in Higher Education

• Website - Other

• • Do you possess a current First Aid certification? Please provide this information on the application or your CV/Resume.

• Yes

• No

• • Do you possess a current CPR certification? Please provide this information on the application or your CV/Resume.

• Yes

• No

• • Do you possess a current AED certification? Please provide this information on the application or your CV/Resume.

• Yes

• No

• • Have you worked in a higher education environment before? If so, for how long and in what capacity?

(Open Ended Question)