Grounds Worker I

State of North Carolina

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (BMNTC) is accepting applications for a Grounds Worker I/Greenhouse Operator. The primary purpose of this position is to maintain BMNTC’s grounds (20+ acres) and two (2) greenhouses in a safe and attractive manner.

Requirements

• Education and/or experience in grounds work that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade and equivalent to two years of experience in planting, cultivation, and care of shrubs, trees, plants, and grasses; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and skill in the care and maintenance of all plants, flowers, seeds, trees, and shrubs.
• Knowledge and skill in landscaping techniques.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of mowers and other landscaping equipment.

Responsibilities

• Continual care and maintenance of all plants, flowers, seeds, trees, shrubs, and other plants life located on the grounds and in selected areas around the campus, in buildings, and in greenhouses.
• Cultivating and grafting of plants, seeds, bulbs, herbs, etc.
• Transplanting, pruning, and thinning of plants, shrubs, and flowers ensuring the health of the flora and the beautification of the campus.
• Flower bed construction and repair, including maintaining greenhouse operations.
• Ensuring that both the interior and the exterior of the main building contains flowers and plants throughout the year.
• Assists staff with residents who are engaging in or interested in horticultural projects and provides training in the care of seedlings and other small plants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed