Senior Grounds & Greenhouse Technician

State of Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada is seeking Grounds Maintenance Workers in Las Vegas to perform a range of landscaping, gardening, and greenhouse tasks including planting, pruning, mowing, watering, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities include maintaining plants and irrigation systems, adhering to safety standards, and performing routine maintenance. A valid driver’s license is required for certain duties, with minimum experience specified; EO 2026-001 waives qualifications through 2026-12-31.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience performing basic grounds maintenance work.
• Six months of experience as a Grounds Maintenance Worker I in Nevada State service.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Valid driver’s license for duties involving driving, especially at Army National Guard facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds areas clean and free of trash, leaves, and snow/ice using sweeping, raking, shoveling, and operating light, medium and heavy equipment.
• Prepare new landscape sites by reviewing plans with supervisor and installing sprinklers, topsoil, and plantings per design plans.
• Operate, repair, and install sprinkler and irrigation systems and related components.
• Identify plant diseases, pests and weeds, and apply corrective measures.
• Perform horticulture tasks such as plant propagation and greenhouse work on a university campus.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Reading English

Writing English

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Mowers

Forklifts

Hoists

Trenching devices

Irrigation equipment

Job description

The State of Nevada is seeking Grounds Maintenance Workers in Las Vegas to perform a range of landscaping, gardening, and greenhouse tasks including planting, pruning, mowing, watering, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities include maintaining plants and irrigation systems, adhering to safety standards, and performing routine maintenance. A valid driver’s license is required for certain duties, with minimum experience specified; EO 2026-001 waives qualifications through 2026-12-31.