• Job Description

  Req#: JR10008209

  Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

  Position Title:

  Groundskeeper

  Job Category:

  University Staff

  Employment Type:

  Regular

  Job Profile:

  Groundskeeper

  Job Duties:

  UW Job Title: Groundskeeper

  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, trees and shrubs

  • Trim woody and herbaceous plant material and remove and dispose of dead and infected plant material.

  • Plant woody and herbaceous plant material as required .

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

  25% Snow removal of walks, parking lots, drives and parking lots.

  • Plow, broom, blow and hand shovel snow as needed.

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

  • Salt and Sand as needed.

  • Ability to work 15 hours in a 24-hour period.

  15% Perform Miscellaneous 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.

  • Maintain ability to operate computers and required software.

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

  • Assist other units of Facilities Management as directed by your supervisor.

  • Other duties as assigned 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

  Compensation:

  Minimum starting salary of $20/hour. A six-month probationary period is required.

  Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma.

  • 1 year experience working on a grounds crew.

  • Working knowledge of desktop applications such as Outlook.

  • Good work habits, such as attendance, punctuality, accountability, thoroughness and resourcefulness.

  • Work independently and as part of a team.

  Preferred Qualifications:

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

  • 3 years working on a university grounds crew using horticultural best practices.

  • Experience in commercial snow removal.

  • Experience operating various turf maintenance and snow removal equipment.

  How to Apply:

  Complete applications received by end of day, March 5, 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after March 5th 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: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

  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 the Minimum/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 questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:

  Search Chair: Zenon Smolarek

  Email: smolarekze@uwstout.edu

  If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all of the required application materials, please contact:

  Search Coordinator : Jake Fox

  Email: foxjac@uwstout.edu

  Additional Information:

  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 candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

  The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.

  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: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/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, and sexual 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: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information

  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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