Mid-Atlantic HERC

Temporary Worker/Landscape (Pooled Position)

University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of 'Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity' institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: Landscaping - 35211
Vacancy Number: TSP5667PST
Temp Position Type: SHRA Temporary
Job Category: Housekeeping & Landscape Services
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
Workers typically assist landscaping services with planting flowers and plants as well as trimming grass and edging walks and driveways. Perform general grounds maintenance to include trash pick-up, new landscaping, irrigation installation, edging, pruning, mowing and general manicuring of all campus properties and lot maintenance.

This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist in the removal of snow, ice or debris, as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some grounds maintenance experience.
• Valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 30 days.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Planning, mowing or landscape/labor experience.

Required Certifications or Licensure:
Valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 30 days.

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College/School Information:


Work Hours: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week: 40
Type of Position:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $18/ hour

Special Instructions to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.

Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.



Job Posting Date: 05/29/2026
Job Closing Date: 6/30/2026

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings: Multi-Positions

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39462

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.







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