Groundskeeper

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Position Title:
Groundskeeper

Job Category:
University Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Groundskeeper

Job Duties:

UW Job Title: Groundskeeper

The Groundskeepersupports theAssistant GroundsSupervisorwith the general upkeep of the university's outdoor areas, contributing to their safety, usability, and appearance.Thisrole involvesmaintainingsafe, functional, and attractive outdoor areas on campus. The role helps with seasonal tasks such asmowingand mulchingoperations,snow removal, and occasionally collaborates with academic departments for outdoor project needs.Early morning, evening, or weekend work may berequiredduring snow events.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

60% Care and maintenance of turf and woody and herbaceous plants

• Diagnose and correct turf issues on campus lawn areas and sports fields.

• Maintain irrigation systems on campus including repair, winterizing, spring startup, audits, diagnostics, and replacement.

• Fertilize, seed, aerate, water and spray pesticides on turf,treesand shrubs

• Trim woody and herbaceous plant material andremove anddispose of dead and infected plant material.

• Plant woody and herbaceous plant material asrequired.

• Operate various equipment efficiently and safely. Equipment includes, but is not limited to, mowers, front end loaders, dump trucks, utilitytractorsand attachments.

25% Snow removal of walks, parking lots,drivesand parking lots.

• Plow, broom,blowand hand shovel snow as needed.

• Operate Holders, tractors, end loaders, sanders andspreadersand other equipment assigned.

• Salt andsand as needed.

• Ability to work 15 hours in a24-hourperiod.

15% PerformMiscellaneous tasks as directed

• Follow all safety procedures and report any unsafe conditions to your supervisor.

• Utilize environmentally friendly practices.

• Perform minor repair and preventive maintenance on equipment.

• Report all equipment problems to your Supervisor and the Mechanic.

• Accurately record all your work time in TMA and HRS. Accurately record all fuel and supply usage on proper forms.

• Maintainabilitytooperatecomputers and required software.

• Respond to emergencies, when available, outside of normal work hours.

• Assistother units ofFacilities Managementas directed by your supervisor.

• Otherdutiesassigned by your supervisor.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• 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

• Identifies and acts to remedy plant diseases and insect damage

• 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

Minimum

• High School Diplomaor equivalent.

• 1 yeargroundsexperience.

• Good workhabits, such as attendance, punctuality,andaccountability.

• Work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• Two or four-yeardegree,in turf management from an accredited university.

• 2years working on a university grounds crewusinghorticultural best practices.

• Experience in commercial snow removal.

• Experienceoperatingvarious turf maintenance equipment.

Special Requirements

• Valid Driver's license.

• Working knowledge of desktop applications such as Outlook.

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete applications received by end of day, July 9, 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after July 9th may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to:

Required application materials :

Cover Letter*

Current Resume

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of theMinimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

Contact Information:

For questionsregardingthis position or recruitment, please contact:

Search Chair:Zenon Smolarek

Email:View email address on click.appcast.io

Guidelines to ensure consideration:

• Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required application materials.

• Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications specified for this position. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.

• Employee Benefits:

• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidates' professional references questions regarding employee misconduct,sexual violence,andsexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.

Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit:

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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