"Grounds/Landscape"

Position Classification Title

Building Environmental Services Technician

Position Summary

Join the Ramily! Winston-Salem State University is seeking a dedicated and motivated Grounds/Landscape Technician to join our Facilities Management team. The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive groundskeeping and landscaping services, including trash and recycling support, across the university’s campus. This role ensures the upkeep, beauty, and safety of our university grounds through skilled landscape maintenance and customer-focused service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and landscaping tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges, pruning trees, and planting shrubs, flowers, grass, and trees.
• Water and fertilize plants and lawns; apply weed control solutions as necessary.
• Clear campus grounds, walkways, and roads of leaves, debris, snow, and ice.
• Patch roads and driveways and assist in installing campus signage.
• Use powered groundskeeping equipment and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Perform minor repairs and routine preventative maintenance on landscape equipment.
• Participate in moving, hauling, and special event set-ups across campus.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to complete work assignments.
• Listen and respond promptly and respectfully to customer and departmental needs.
• Follow instructions carefully and ask clarifying questions to ensure tasks are completed accurately.

Why Join Us?

Winston-Salem State University offers a collaborative and mission-driven work environment. As part of our Facilities team, you’ll play a key role in enhancing the university’s appearance and supporting our vibrant campus life.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

To provide excellent customer service, grounds, housekeeping, waste, recycling, and sanitation services to the university.

Position Information

• Position Number: 081313
• Competency Level: Contributing
• Working Position Title: Grounds/Landscape
• Building and Room No.: 1602 Lowery St
• Work Hours: 6am-3pm Occasionally weekend & evenings
• Hours per week: 40
• Months per year: 12
• Appointment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Requirements and Preferences

Minimum Experience/Education: 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. Special certification may be required for some of these positions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• General knowledge of landscaping practices, tools, and equipment.
• Experience in operating grounds maintenance machinery (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers).
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Commitment to safety and quality service.
• Prior experience in a campus or institutional setting is a plus.

Required License or Certification: Valid US Driver’s License

Posting Details

• Salary: 33,540.00 - 47,847.00
• Open Date: 12/17/2025
• Close Date: 01/16/2026