Hand shovel, scrape and apply snow-melting chemicals to ADA
ramps, stairs and curb-cuts to keep free of snow and ice
Monitor and empty as needed all outdoor garbage and recycling
bins to reduce debris and litter
Inspect areas and pick up trash, branches, leaves and other
debris
Inspect and clear drains to reduce aerial flood risks and
potential building floods
10% - Constructs lawn and landscaping projects including soil
grading, seeding, and sodding
- Restore bare lawn areas by seeding or sodding, as
appropriate
- Plant new bushes, trees and perennials as needed to replace
dead or damaged plants
10% - Identifies and acts to remedy plant diseases and insect
damage
- Monitor trees and shrubs for evidence of disease and apply
treatments as needed
10% - Implements and monitors chemical and fertilizer
programs
10% - Oversee and guide work of student employees
5% - Complete accurate document assigned work tasks into various
software programs daily
5% - Other duties as assigned
- Support moving operations
Required Qualifications
- Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver License and be able to
meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state
business as described here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/
- Experience with landscape maintenance
- Experience with snow removal
- Available to work overtime (including nights, weekends, or
holidays) in response to weather conditions or special events.
Preferred Qualifications
- HS Diploma (or equivalent)
- Horticulture degree/Technical training or equivalent work
experience
- Snow plowing experience in a professional setting
- Experience working with heavy equipment in landscaping
- Experience working with heavy equipment for snow removal
Target Salary Range
$21.00 Hourly
Apply electronically by the application deadline of
October 15,
2026. Questions about this position should be directed to
Angelee Vang at
vangap@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to
university policy,
UWM 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 reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a
disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying
because of a disability, please contact
uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
This job announcement and other material on this site will be made
available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a
disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law.
UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the
prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your
references will be required to answer questions regarding any past
findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending
allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or
call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414)
229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their
start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to
work in the United States and to complete the required employment
eligibility verification form upon hire.
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.
To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Groundskeeper_JR10015483-1.
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