Building Maintenance Technician - Garvan Woodland Gardens

Building Maintenance Technician – Garvan Woodland Gardens

Location
:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas

Closing Date
: 01/13/2026

Type Of Position
:
Staff – Clerical

Job Type
:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Study Position
:
No

Work Shift
:
Day, Night and Weekend (especially during Holiday Lights from mid‑November through December 31)

Sponsorship Available
:
No

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land‑grant institution located in Fayetteville, a community known for its high quality of life. It offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 % to 10 % of salary.

Department
:
Gardens Operations

Garvan Woodland Gardens, one of the top attractions in Arkansas, is hiring! We are looking for positive, motivated, personable new team members to join our crew. Work outdoors in a setting voted in the top 10 most colorful places on the planet by Trip Advisor. We would love for you to come grow with us! Garvan Woodland Gardens, a 210‑acre botanical garden situated on a peninsula surrounded by scenic Lake Hamilton located in Hot Springs, AR, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Building Maintenance Technician.

The Assist Garden Operations Manager and Sr. Manager of Design and Display in monitoring condition of buildings, irrigation/pumping systems, and infrastructure, reporting issues that need repair or upgrades, and performing or assisting in the performance of maintenance, repair, and construction work involving skills in electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing/irrigation, and small engine maintenance/repair. Assist in FAMIS Tool Crib. Run errands and other duties as assigned.

Part‑time, up to 32 hours a week, including weekends and nights during Holiday Lights (mid‑November thru Dec 31). Building Maintenance Technician is a part‑time, temporary position limited to the 1250‑hour University of Arkansas policy. The campus is a non‑smoking facility. This position requires a valid driver’s license. Some night and weekend work will be required seasonally. Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

• High school diploma or the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
• At least five years of experience working in a Skilled Trade, such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, mechanical repair, etc.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds

• Experience working in a public setting
• Journeyman carpentry skills, plumbing skills, experience working in a landscape setting such as garden, golf course, or similar setting.
• At least two years of experience building and/or repairing irrigation systems.
• At least two years of experience working on small engines

$13 – $15 per hour

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Proof of Veteran Status

Leslie Pounds, HR Partner, pounds;
Minnie Hahn, Sr Manager, minnie

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements:

• Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

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