Groundskeeper Lead

Universities of Wisconsin / UW-Stevens Point

Stevens Point, Wisconsin, US
Base: $18ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benefits...
Supervise and train students and temporary staff
Maintain campus lawn and athletic fields
Apply pesticides and fertilizers safely
The incumbent will supervise and train students and temporary staff while maintaining the campus lawn, athletic fields, trees, and shrubs

Job Summary

  • The incumbent will supervise and train students and temporary staff while maintaining the campus lawn, athletic fields, trees, and shrubs.
  • Key responsibilities include organizing planting sites, identifying plant diseases, and directing day-to-day operational activities for various landscape projects.
  • The department values safety, customer service, cooperation, integrity, and innovation to support the academic mission of the university.

Matching Summary

The incumbent will supervise and train students and temporary staff while maintaining the campus lawn, athletic fields, trees, and shrubs.

Salary

Base: $18/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • supervise and train students and temporary staff
  • maintain campus lawn and athletic fields
  • apply pesticides and fertilizers safely
  • manage snow removal and landscape projects
  • communicate clearly via phone and radio

Nice-to-have

  • bi-lingual communication skills
  • knowledge of PC based computer hardware
  • understanding of university mission and environment
  • experience with brick pavers and retaining walls

Key Requirements

  • obtain certification to spray chemicals within 6 months
  • knowledge of tools associated with grounds maintenance
  • experience managing recycling and resource recovery operations
  • ability to produce simple data records
  • successful criminal background check clearance
  • three professional references including a supervisor

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

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