Groundskeeper

careers.uwplatt.edu

Kenosha, WI, US
Base: $17.00ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Valid driver's license required
Climb ladders and scaffolding safely
Carry tools weighing 50 pounds or more
The groundskeeper maintains and landscapes campus lawns, planting beds, wooded areas, trees, and fields while ensuring conditions meet institutional standards

Job Summary

  • The groundskeeper maintains and landscapes campus lawns, planting beds, wooded areas, trees, and fields while ensuring conditions meet institutional standards.
  • Key responsibilities include identifying plant diseases, installing new plants, and constructing landscaping projects such as soil grading and sodding.
  • The position requires physical stamina to carry heavy tools, climb ladders, and work in temperatures ranging from below 20 to above 85 degrees.

Matching Summary

The groundskeeper maintains and landscapes campus lawns, planting beds, wooded areas, trees, and fields while ensuring conditions meet institutional standards.

Salary

Base: $17.00/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Driver's License required
  • Climb ladders and scaffolding safely
  • Carry tools weighing 50 pounds or more
  • Tolerate extreme temperature conditions
  • Use ropes and pulleys for hoisting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with chemical and fertilizer programs
  • Knowledge of plant disease identification
  • Ability to operate various vehicles and equipment
  • Strong dexterity and mobility for tool use
  • Commitment to maintaining clean walkways

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent GED
  • Hold and maintain a valid Driver's License
  • Proof of valid driver's license via Wisconsin DOT check

Work Rights

Not specified

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