Groundskeeper

Universities of Wisconsin•Green Bay, WI

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper plays a vital role in advancing the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay’s mission to enrich lives and strengthen communities by creating a safe, welcoming, and sustainable campus environment. This position maintains and enhances lawns, landscaped areas, athletic and common spaces, walkways, and roadways—helping ensure our campus reflects pride, care, and access for all who learn, work, and visit here. Guided by UW‑Green Bay’s strategic priorities, the Groundskeeper contributes directly to student success, community connection, and environmental stewardship while embodying our shared values to Advance Fearlessly, Build Community, and remember that Together, We Rise. Responsibilities include installing, maintaining, and caring for trees, shrubs, lawns, flowerbeds, and planting beds using a variety of vehicles and equipment; mowing, trimming, edging, seeding, sodding, mulching, and aerating turf; identifying and addressing plant diseases and insect issues; implementing fertilizer and chemical programs; and constructing landscaping projects through soil grading and planting. The Groundskeeper also ensures campus safety and accessibility through litter removal and year‑round grounds maintenance, including full participation in snow and ice removal operations. This role operates and helps maintain a wide range of equipment and collaborates closely with team members to support a clean, vibrant campus where everyone can thrive—while embracing challenges, empowering success, and expressing gratitude for the shared work of caring for our Green Bay community.

Requirements

High School Diploma at time of application
Possession of or eligibility to obtain a valid driver’s license upon appointment.

Nice To Haves

1 year related experience
Knowledge of safe and proper operation and maintenance of lawn care and snow removal equipment
Knowledge of Landscape plant varieties and their care
Knowledge of planting bed and landscape construction

Responsibilities

Implements and monitors chemical and fertilizer programs
Installs, propagates, and maintains the health of new and existing plants and landscape using a variety of vehicles and equipment
Identifies and acts to remedy plant diseases and insect damage
Maintains clean and clear lawns, walkways, roadways, and parking lots to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice
Constructs lawn and landscaping projects including soil grading, seeding, and sodding

Benefits

Several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family.
Dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.
Supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
9 legal holidays
36 hours of personal holiday
Between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually
Paid parental leave.
13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.