Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Worker 3 (Tree Crew)

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Grounds Maintenance Worker 3 (Tree Crew), Facilities Management [R0151578].

Role of the Position:

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; 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. Must have a working knowledge of gardening and landscape methods, techniques, material and equipment; 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. Must become familiar with power equipment such as chain saws, stump grinders, limb chippers and dump trucks.

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, be willing to 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 11 month evaluation of hire and maintain throughout employment with the University.

Work Schedule is 6:00am 2:30pm Monday through Friday. This schedule could be temporarily or permanently adjusted should the needs of the University.

Salary

Grade 23, Step 1, salary $40,966.56.

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 of Working at UNLV

• 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

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks/Programs

• 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

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard

• Support and resources available for veteran applicants contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.

How to Apply

This recruitment may close prior to the announced closing date below based on volume of applications received.

Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran's status.

Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying. If you do not attach a cover letter your application will be incomplete.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position. Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented. Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair.

This recruitment will close at midnight (Pacific Standard Time) on May 11, 2026.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

If you are a veteran or eligible family member, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about resources and support for veterans at UNLV Veterans Services, or reach out to us at vetjobseekers@unlv.edu.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

Profile of the University

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

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EEO/AA Statement

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Title IX Statement

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702) 895

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