Maintenance Grounds Worker

Grounds Worker II

The Grounds Worker II provides technical work and direction in the upkeep of lawns and grounds surrounding facilities and structures for the North Carolina National Guard located in Raleigh, NC. Employee performs grounds maintenance tasks and provides oversight of the grounds maintenance contract. Work assignments involve the standard application of horticultural practices to include the maintenance of roads, drives, parking areas, removal of storm debris, snow and ice during inclement weather. These services also include the mixing and application of herbicide / pesticide chemicals, fertilizing, mulching, weeding, mowing, trimming, pruning, seeding and removal of dead foliage. Employee prepares requisitions for supplies, materials, and equipment needed for grounds department and provides cost estimates for expenditures to maintain the grounds and equipment. Must be able to make minor mechanical adjustments to equipment such as tractors, mowers and other powered lawn equipment and ensures all grounds equipment has up to date service records and are cleaned / maintained regularly.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

The NCNG is a military force comprised of citizen Soldiers and Airmen sworn to support and defend the Constitutions of the United States and the State of North Carolina. We trace our heritage back to the 1663 Carolina Charter granting authority to levy, muster, and train men. In recent years, the NCNG reshaped itself in accordance with guidance from the Chief, National Guard Bureau and the Departments of the Army and Air Force. This transformation changed the NCNG's focus and structure from that of a strategic reserve to a modern, operational force. The NCNG postures itself in an evolving environment for success in meeting both current and future mission requirements, while maintaining a Ready, Reliable, Responsive and Relevant force (R4).

The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 3,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.