General Utility Worker

eligibility for sign-on bonus

** eligibility for sign-on bonus
the selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the state policy following requirements: to be eligible for a sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in north carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the state human resources act.

a newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

this shra sign-on bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the pay back agreement form. Additional information regarding the shra sign-on policy can be found (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

this recruitment is for two (2) bldg & env services technician – journey positions  & ). By applying, you will be considered for both positions.

• department: grounds-ls maint hsng/pkng-244005
• career area: other
• is this an internal only recruitment? No
• posting open date: 08/06/2026
• Final date to receive applications: 08/20/2026
• position type: permanent staff (shra)
• salary grade equivalent: nc01 / gn03
• working title: general utility worker
• position number: ,
• vacancy : p021267
• full-time/part-time permanent/time-limited: full-time permanent
• if time-limited, estimated duration of appointment: none
• this position is not eligible for h-1b sponsorship.

one of the best college towns and best places to live in the united states, chapel hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

university employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. Unc
-chapel hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

grounds services maintains approximately 758 acres of managed campus grounds and more than 700 acres of forest land/trails. Services provided by grounds include the following: landscape maintenance, irrigation, integrated pest management, landscape installation, stormwater management, forest management and trail maintenance, parking lot maintenance and arboriculture.

a sign –on bonus of $3,497 is available for the successful applicant of this position paid in 2 installments within 12 months of hire : $1,748.50 within 30 days of hire date & $1, months after hire date.

this recruitment is for two (2) bldg & env services technician – journey positions  & ). By applying, you will be considered for both positions.

requires working knowledge of machine operations, safety practices, snow removal operations, and horticultural and turf management practices. Also requires good oral communication skills so that task instructions are delivered and received in a clear manner. Responsibilities generally include manual work related to the upkeep of highways, grounds, buildings and equipment on the unc
-ch campus, and the performance of a variety of physical labor tasks requiring some specialized knowledge and experience. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and may require strenuous physical exertion.

requires a valid n.c. Driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to hire date.

demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some knowledge of cleaning procedures,…