Groundskeeper

Position Title: Groundskeeper Job Category: University Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Groundskeeper Job Duties: 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. Key Job 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 Department: Facilities Management - Grounds Compensation: Minimum compensation of $17.00 per hour. This position will earn an additional $0.80 per hour for all weekend hours worked, as well as for all hours worked between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. This position is not exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Required Qualifications: High School Diploma at time of application Possession of or eligibility to obtain a valid driver’s license upon appointment. Preferred Qualifications: 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 Physical Qualifications: Physical strength and stamina to perform required work, including being able to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, lift up to 80 pounds, and work on your feet for a long period of time Ability to tolerate extreme outdoor ranges on a year‑round basis Ability to be available for overtime work, nights, weekends as needed, and respond to emergency call‑ins, when necessary Ability to work outdoors a majority of hours Occasionally needs to be sitting for long periods of time Conditions of Appointment: Position is a full-time University Staff appointment. The work hours for this position will be 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work in winter for snow removal on the Green Bay campus. A criminal conviction investigation and pre‑work screen examination will be conducted on the finalists(s). In addition, if the final selected candidate has prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct will be completed. A six‑month probationary period is required for this position. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. The University of Wisconsin‑Green Bay does not offer H‑1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. Benefit Details The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below. UW System Employee Benefits Brochure Total Compensation Estimator The Successful Candidate The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr