Year-Round Grounds Maintenance Specialist

University of Wisconsin Stout • Kenosha, WI

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About The Position

The Groundskeeper helps maintain the University of Wisconsin–Parkside campus throughout the year. The role maintains campus lawns, landscaping, trees, planting areas, walkways, roadways, and parking lots. It is a hands-on position involving grounds and snow-removal equipment and seasonal work such as landscaping, planting, lawn care, and snow and ice removal.

The position is with Facilities Management Building and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Compensation is $17.00. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED and hold and maintain a valid driver’s license. Applicants should submit a resume and proof of a valid driver’s license. Employment requires a criminal background check and questions to the applicant and references regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Transcripts are required upon hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and rooftop access stairs.
• Ability to carry tools and parts often weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to use ropes and pulleys to hoist tools and parts to installation elevations.
• Ability to tolerate working in areas where temperatures may exceed 85 degrees or drop below 20 degrees.
• Dexterity and mobility of hands and arms for safe tool use.
• Ability to perform periods of standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, and computer work.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address plant diseases and insect damage.
• Implement and monitor chemical and fertilizer programs.
• Install, propagate, and maintain new and existing plants and landscape using a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Keep lawns, walkways, roadways, and parking lots clear of debris, litter, snow, and ice.
• Construct lawn and landscaping projects, including soil grading, seeding, and sodding.
• Perform landscaping, planting, lawn care, snow and ice removal, and other seasonal maintenance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED