Grounds Maintenance Worker 5, Grounds Services (Tree Crew), Facilities Management [R0154060]

Job requisition: R0154060

About the role

This position leads a crew of Grounds Maintenance Worker 2s focused on the maintenance of a large variety of tree species across the UNLV campus. The incumbent serves as primary supervisor for the Proactive crew, planning and scheduling work systematically to ensure no campus area is overlooked, adjusting schedules for events and traffic, and coordinating with other supervisors, trades, and departments to avoid disruptions. The role also coordinates with vendors as needed for projects or staffing shortages.

Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging, modeling Campus Values in decision-making and inspiring excellence across the community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule crew work using a systematic approach; adjust schedules to accommodate campus events, classes, and traffic
• Coordinate with other supervisors, trades, and departments to prevent disruption of events, classes, or other work
• Coordinate with and oversee vendors assisting the grounds and Facilities Management team
• Complete all paperwork for work orders, Workday, and employee evaluations
• Provide hands-on training to new crew members; act as primary trainer
• Conduct quality control inspections of completed work to ensure timeliness and adherence to ISA standards
• Rotate duties among crew members to ensure equitable workload distribution
• Enforce proper procedures and PPE usage; purchase PPE supplies and maintain PPE inventory
• Collaborate with Facilities Supervisor II and/or Grounds Superintendent on discipline of subordinate crew members (attendance, behavior, policy compliance)
• Perform tree maintenance: remove suckers, water sprouts, diseased/broken/dead/low-hanging/crisscrossing/rubbing/inward-grown/close-crotched/malformed and otherwise undesirable branches
• Develop tree shape and structure through thinning and heading back
• Prune for natural shapes using natural target pruning methods with attention to wound closure habits
• Chip branches and brush; clean up work sites
• Work from ground, ladder, boomlift, or by climbing
• Perform basic equipment maintenance: lubricating, cleaning filters, fueling, sharpening per Operator's Manual
• Schedule major repairs or preventive maintenance with mechanics; purchase replacement chains and parts for chainsaws; maintain appropriate inventory of replacement parts
• Coordinate with outside vendors for equipment repairs as needed
• Provide supplemental water to newly planted trees until established
• Prepare appropriate fertilizer formulas; record and update in tree maintenance software and complete applicable Department of Agriculture paperwork
• Purchase fertilizers and maintain inventory of chemicals and equipment
• Deep root feed campus trees using powered spray units and feeder probes

Requirements

• Three years of experience providing grounds maintenance service including landscape, garden, or greenhouse maintenance; OR one year of experience as a Grounds Maintenance Worker IV in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check

Pay

Grade 26, Step 1, salary $44,370.00. In accordance with Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 284.170, initial appointments to classified positions typically begin at Step 1 of the assigned grade. A "Step" refers to the specific rate of pay within a grade, as determined by the Division of Human Resources.

Benefits

• 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
• Tuition discounts for 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 advancement to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive onboarding program (Rebels: Onboard)
• Support and resources for veteran applicants (contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit Veterans Webpage)