Student Employment - North Recreational Complex Utility Workers

Position Details

Position Information

Advertising Department CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS Academic Term/Year SUMMER 2026 Position Title Student Employment - North Recreational Complex Utility Workers Posting Number 07994 Position Number 07994 Student Job Category Student - Hourly Job Number of Vacancies 4 Job Description

ECU Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness is currently seeking several North Recreational Complex (NRC) Utility Workers. All work will be performed outside at the North Recreational Complex location.

Responsibilities: (Not limited to)

• Mowing, edging, and weed trimming
• Pruning and backpack blowing
• Trash pick-up and spraying
• Painting athletic fields
• Assembling athletic equipment

These employees must be available to work approximately 12 to 38 hours each week between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:00 pm. There is no weekend or nighttime work required. Applicants must be prepared to work in various weather conditions. Employees will learn all facets of properly maintaining an athletic complex, including basic sports turf fundamentals, field layouts, painting, turf equipment, and cultivation practices for turf grass.

Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Must be a currently enrolled ECU student in good academic standing
• Valid NC driver's license
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Experience in operating gas-powered equipment
• Any prior experience in landscaping, sports turf management, or operating heavy equipment is a plus
• Experience in maintenance, grounds-keeping, or a related field preferred

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload your resume and class schedules online.

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Quick Link for Direct Access https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/92409 Open Date 05/19/2026 Close Date 07/03/2026 Open Until Filled No Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your current year of study?

• Freshmen

• Sophomore

• Junior

• Senior

• Graduate

• • Are you available for work between the hours of 7am and 4pm Monday through Friday?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe your experience in landscaping and/or athletic field maintenance.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Additional Document #1

Optional Documents