Grounds Worker I - Military Veterans

Description of Work

Start your journey towards success! We are currently accepting applications for a Grounds Worker I at NC National Guard of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities of Position:
This position performs manual work which involves in the upkeep of highways, grounds, buildings, and equipment. This position performs a variety of physical labor tasks requiring some knowledge and experience in their particular work assignments. Duties performed are below the semi-skilled or sub-journey level. Work is performed with only general supervision in repetitive and routine assignments and may be closely supervised when assisting higher-level trades worker in performing more complex work. The position performs underground repairs and service to service lines such as water, sewer as well as general maintenance repair of all related equipment. Requires skills in the use and care of equipment and tools used in performing work assignments and routine care and maintenance of lawns, shrubs, and trees. Position also applies proper quantity and amounts of pesticide and herbicides where needed..

About the Facility:
The Camp Butner Training Center provides well-maintained small arms ranges and training facilities for year-around use to support the mission of the NCNG (North Carolina National Guard). Units and organizations that use the facilities include the NCNG, other US Army units, miscellaneous other DoD (Department of Defense) elements, civilian law enforcement agencies and civilian-sponsored marksmanship programs. This position is responsible grounds maintenance and general repairs/upkeep in support of the Camp Butner
Training Center in Stem, North Carolina. Position maintains 5,000 acres of Camp Butner Training Center. Duties: Must be able to operate tractors with bush hog and other attachments, z-turn mowers, seeders, weed eaters, backpack blowers, chainsaws, and all other tools used by grounds personal. Applies herbicide/ pesticide under supervision of a licensed individual. Must be able to work as a team on other large projects. Must be able to perform maintenance on assigned equipment. Participates in other grounds related tasks as assigned, including road maintenance, pressure washing, painting, raking, trash collection, general cleanup, etc.

Note to Current State Employees :The salary grade for this position is NC01. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS): The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation with integrity and honor. Included in this department are Alcohol Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Network, Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NC National Guard, NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency, Samarcand Training Academy, State Capitol Police, and State Highway Patrol. Also included are these Boards and Commissions: ABC Commission, Governor's Crime Commission, Private Protective Services Commission, and Boxing & Combat Sports Commission. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard temporary positions.

About the North Carolina National Guard: The NCNG is a military force comprised of citizen Soldiers and Airmen sworn to support and defend the Constitutions of the United States and the State of North Carolina. We trace our heritage back to the 1663 Carolina Charter granting authority to levy, muster, and train men. In recent years, the NCNG reshaped itself in accordance with guidance from the Chief, National Guard Bureau and the Departments of the Army and Air Force. This transformation changed the NCNG's focus and structure from that of a strategic reserve to a modern, operational force. The NCNG postures itself in an evolving environment for success in meeting both current and future mission requirements, while maintaining a Ready, Reliable, Responsive and Relevant force (R4). It consists of a diverse workforce with varied backgrounds, education, and perspectives. On order, the North Carolina National Guard's Always Ready-Ready Team deploys military capabilities, in support of State and/or National authorities, in order to protect the lives and properties of fellow Citizens, defend the State and Nation, and secure our American way of life.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. State Government Application Resources | NC Office of Human Resources

[Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.]

To qualify for this position, applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs:

• Ability to follow oral work assignments: HVAC, water/sewer repairs(below the semi-skilled or sub-journey level)
• Physical strength sufficient to move relatively heavy objects and to work at heavy manual tasks for considerable periods of time.
• Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working/repairing most power equipment such as mowers, trimmers and tractors, etc.

Other License or Certifications Required for position:

Per 5 CFR 731, upon appointment, applicant must be able to obtain a favorable suitability and fitness determination from a Tier 1 background investigation conducted by the Office of Personnel Management. Failure to obtain a favorable determination may result in termination of employment.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Minimum Education and Experience 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.
Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts

• Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.
• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members .

Military Experience

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
  1. A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
  2. A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Ms. Marrero at 984-664-6236.