Grounds Maintenance Worker
Wilmington
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Of the job such as those listed above. Experience in landscaping and ground maintenance/repair that includes the operation of mowers, power and equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Requirements:Standing for most hours in an outdoor work environment with exposure to varying temperature and/or weather conditions. Frequent heavy lifting of heavy trash bags and bins. What will make your application stand out: Pesticide applicators license (preferred)Proficiency in using various hand tools and power equipment to mow, mulch, place sod, fertilize, spray, rake, trim, and remove debris
Licenses/ Certifications
Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application. Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required by first date of employment with good driving record. NC Commercial Driver's License preferred. Pesticide Applicator's License preferred (Zone 3)
Other Information
Applicant Information:After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. In compliance with G. S. 153 A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G. S. 143 B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.
New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.