Landscaping Maintenance Technician – Northwest Campus

About the role

The Maintenance Technician at UAMS Northwest Regional Campus plays a vital role in maintaining the campus's twelve facilities. This dual‑role position blends outdoor landscaping duties with technical maintenance tasks to keep the environment safe, functional, and visually appealing for patients, staff, students, and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine landscaping work such as mowing, edging, trimming, seeding, fertilizing, planting, and watering across the campus.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair building systems—including boilers, HVAC, air handlers, and plumbing—and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Respond to service calls, troubleshoot equipment issues, and coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs.
• Maintain safe walkways and parking areas during inclement weather and document all work in the maintenance tracking system.

Required profile

• High School diploma/GED and at least five years of maintenance or landscaping experience.
• Valid Arkansas driver’s license with fewer than 12 points on the record.
• Preferred: six to ten years of landscaping and grounds‑keeping experience plus five years in a supervisory capacity.

Required skills

• Proficiency in landscaping and grounds‑keeping techniques.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to operate and maintain landscaping and general maintenance equipment.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible staff and families.
• Retirement plan with up to 10% employer match.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Career training, merchant discounts, and concierge prescription delivery on campus.