Grounds Maintenance Worker 3 (Tree Crew), Facilities Management [R0153071]

About the Role

Grounds Maintenance Workers perform landscape, garden, and greenhouse duties such as planting, pruning, mowing, trimming, watering, fertilizing, weeding, and snow and ice prevention and removal. They operate hand and power tools, power mowers, tractor mowers, trenching devices, forklifts, and hoists. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.

This position will work with the Grounds Department assigned to tree care and will follow ANSI Standards for tree care, pruning, fertilization, planting, and removal. Applicants must be willing to work above ground, climb trees at precarious heights, and learn proper knot tying for safety. ISA Certification is preferable. The incumbent will be required to acquire and meet standards regarding knowledge of tree safety, tree rescue, and herbicide and fertilizer application.

Employees must possess and maintain a valid State of Nevada Driver’s license. Employees must obtain forklift operator and man lift operator licenses by the 11-month evaluation of hire and maintain them throughout employment with the University.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape, garden, and greenhouse duties including planting, pruning, mowing, trimming, watering, fertilizing, and weeding.
• Operate hand and power tools, power mowers, tractor mowers, trenching devices, forklifts, and hoists.
• Engage in tree care activities following ANSI Standards for pruning, fertilization, planting, and removal.
• Work above ground and climb trees at precarious heights.
• Learn and apply proper knot tying for safety.
• Acquire knowledge of tree safety, tree rescue, and herbicide and fertilizer application.
• Operate power equipment such as chain saws, stump grinders, limb chippers, and dump trucks.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of gardening and landscape methods, techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Familiarity with methods, materials, and tools used in grounds tree service work.
• Ability to safely and properly operate a wide variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
• Valid State of Nevada Driver’s license at the time of appointment and as a condition for continuing employment.
• Obtain forklift operator and man lift operator licenses by the 11-month evaluation of hire and maintain them throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of experience performing grounds maintenance work using a variety of tools, equipment, and techniques.
• Six months of experience as a Grounds Maintenance Worker II in Nevada State service.
• ISA Certification.
• Knowledge of ANSI Standards for tree care.

Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use UNLV's Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate the Rebel spirit.

Pay

Grade 23, Step 1, salary $41,384.16. In accordance with Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 284.170, initial appointments to classified positions typically begin at Step 1 of the assigned grade.

Schedule

Work schedule is 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. This schedule could be temporarily or permanently adjusted should the needs of the University change.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard.
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants.