Landscaping Maintenance Tech; Northwest,AR Job Fayetteville area,Arkansas USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Position: Landscaping Maintenance Tech (Northwest, AR)

Closing Date:

06/14/2026

Type of Position:

Regular

Sponsorship Available:

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

Health:
Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement:
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Department:

NWA Campus Facilities

Summary of

Job Duties:

The Maintenance Technician at UAMS Northwest Regional Campus plays a vital role in maintaining the campus’s twelve facilities. This dual-role position combines outdoor landscaping responsibilities with technical maintenance duties to ensure a safe, functional, and visually appealing environment for patients, staff, students, and visitors. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the upkeep of landscaping and facility maintenance, contributing directly to the operational reliability of the campus.

This job posting is intended to fill several available positions.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED.
Five (5) years of maintenance or landscaping experience.
Valid AR driver’s license with fewer than 12 points on the Motor Vehicle Record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, education, general liberal arts, or related field, plus three (3) years of project management or office coordination.
Six (6) to ten (10) years of landscaping and grounds keeping experience with an additional five (5) years in a supervisory capacity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficiency in landscaping and groundskeeping techniques.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Ability to operate and maintain landscaping and maintenance equipment.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Commitment to safety and adherence to regulations.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborates with Program Director to ensure that the program meets or exceeds all accreditation requirements.

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance

Perform all routine care of campus grass and ornamental grasses, including mowing, edging, trimming, seeding, and fertilizing.
Prepare, install, and maintain decorative landscaping across the campus, planting and caring for flowers, shrubs, trees, and other plants.
Oversee and adjust watering schedules for grass and plant beds to ensure healthy growth and appearance.
Monitor landscape health and apply pest/disease control solutions as needed.

Facility Systems Maintenance

Inspect, maintain, and repair building systems including boilers, air handlers, HVAC systems, and plumbing across twelve facilities.
Conduct preventive maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and prolong system lifespan.

Respond to service calls, troubleshoot issues, and…

Landscaping Maintenance Tech; Northwest, AR