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GROUNDSKEEPER Job at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI 53201

Position Type University Staff Appointment Type Ongoing/Probationary FLSA Status Nonexempt Percent 100 Posting Type Staff Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Who We Are:
UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 24,000 students. UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper-east side, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu
What We Offer:
  • Innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules
  • Challenging and progressive career development
  • Excellent comprehensive benefits package
  • On-site health & wellness programs
  • On-site affordable day care
  • Best practice PTO policies and paid holidays
  • Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events
  • And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role
Job Summary
The incumbent in this position will be asked to do the following: maintain and landscape lawns, planting beds and natural areas. Inspect grounds to ensure conditions meet institutional grounds keeping and safety standards. This position may require nights and weekends in accordance with department needs

Salary: The salary range for this position will be $17-20 per hour; Individual candidates’ experience, education and qualifications will determine the appropriate starting rate at the time of hire.

The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community. The University contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package starting at 104 hours during first year, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday (36hrs each year), and paid legal holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants for this vacancy must:
  • Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver license (or other such valid operator’s permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state business as detailed here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/
Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified candidates will also have:
  • HS Diploma (Or Equivalent)
  • Horticulture/Technical Training or Equivalent Work Experience
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
  • A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
  • A resume
  • A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references


In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether she/he meets any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.

Finance & Administrative Affairs is required to conduct Post-Offer, Pre-Employment screenings on all selected candidates for this position. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.

This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on November 3, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after November 2, 2022 may not receive consideration.
Application Deadline



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