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University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh

Groundskeeper (Continuous Recruitment)

University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States, 54901

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Position Title Groundskeeper (Continuous Recruitment)

Job Category University Staff

Employment Type Regular

Job Profile Groundskeeper

Job Duties This position is responsible for general maintenance of grounds that meet institutional grounds keeping standards. Overtime may be required for snow management & special events.

UWO is now offering sign-on bonuses for new Custodial and Grounds Employees!

Recruitment Bonus of $1,000 ($500 for part-time) will be awarded after successful completion of 180-day Probation Period (6 months)!

Retention Bonus of $1,000 ($500 for part-time) will be awarded after successful completion of 1-year Employment Anniversary!

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

Department Grounds

Compensation Compensation is commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

Ability to perform manual labor including lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, twisting and other motions for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation

Employees are expected to be flexible in the performance of their job functions and to communicate openly with supervisors and co-workers, other departments and University staff

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Work experience operating grounds maintenance & snow management equipment

Ability to identify plants, weeds, trees, & shrubs

Safety considerations/precautions and occupational hazards related to grounds maintenance and equipment operation.

Ability to work independently and as a member of the Grounds crew team responsible for University grounds care and maintenance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

How to Apply Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Resume

Contact Information For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

Legal Notices Reasonable Accommodations: UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make...

EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations 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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