Grounds Supervisor -Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution Job Spruce Pine North Carolina USA,Management

Position: Grounds Supervisor I-Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution
Location: Spruce Pine

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community.

Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position is located at Avery/ Mitchell Correctional Institution in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. This is a medium custody male facility. This position reports to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor IV and is responsible for technical guidance and supervision to grounds crew. This is a skilled supervisory work in the upkeep of lawns and grounds surrounding state institutions or buildings.

Responsibilities

Managing construction, modification and general upkeep of grounds areas, including the standard application of horticulture practices

Supervise assigned crews in mowing lawns, constructing sidewalks, parking lots, formal gardens and in general grounds maintenance activities

Supervise equipment operators and grounds personnel in excavating areas, removing trees and wrecking old buildings

Supervise the repair of surfaced roads and the removal of trash, leaves and snow

Coordinate grounds upkeep work with building maintenance personnel so that equipment and materials can more efficiently used

Perform related work and other duties as needed

Skills and

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the horticultural practices and techniques applicable to the layout and upkeep of formal gardens and grounds.
Knowledge of ornamental shrubs, plants, and flowers and their uses in landscape work.
Documented experience to adjust and make minor mechanical repairs to equipment such as tractors, mowers, disks, and rakes.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of progressive experience in grounds upkeep; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Posting Close Date

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.

Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health Insurance options;
Retirement Plans (NCFlex);
Supplemental Benefits;
Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave;
Paid Parental Leave.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

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