Groundskeeper jobs in Eau Claire, WI

Groundskeeper cuts and maintains lawns and grass. Rakes leaves and cares for plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs. Being a Groundskeeper determines the appropriate plants or shrubs for walkways or garden areas. Provides grounds maintenance in all seasons. Additionally, Groundskeeper is responsible for snow and dirt removal. Keeps the grounds and environment of a facility in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and healthy condition. Operates light trucks and assorted power equipment. Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and grounds equipment. May require horticultural training. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Groundskeeper works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Groundskeeper
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
  • La Crosse, WI FULL_TIME
  • Posting Details

    Position Information

    Recruitment Number
    1419

    Number of Vacancies
    1

    Working Title
    Groundskeeper

    Classification Title
    Groundskeeper

    Proposed Salary to be Offered
    17.00 per hour

    Appointment Percentage (Budget)
    100

    Position Summary
    The Groundskeeper is responsible for the maintenance of grounds and landscaping. This position performs a variety of tasks, including the planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials and bulbs, application of herbicides and pesticides, and tree and shrub pruning. This position also supports the overall grounds-keeping operation of the University including grounds maintenance tasks such as; snow removal, athletic field maintenance, and litter and trash removal. Overtime work will be required for snow removal and for Special Events including but not limited to the WIAA State Track Meet.
    The normal work schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This position reports to the Grounds Services Manager.
    This is a full-time position with expected continuous employment and includes a State of Wisconsin benefits package. The starting salary is $17.00 per hour.

    Position Type
    Staff/Administrative

    Pay Basis
    Hourly

    FLSA
    Non-Exempt

    Contingent Upon Funding
    No

    Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship, (H1B or PERM)?
    No

    Required Qualifications
    • The ability to hold and maintain a valid driver’s license meeting the criteria for driving a state vehicle.
    • Individuals must have or have the ability to obtain State of Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Category 3.0 Turf and Landscape within 6 month of hire and must maintain certification throughout employment.
    • Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry tools, equipment or supplies, up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
    • Physically be able to work in various positions, i.e. with arms above your head for periods of time; bending, twisting, crawling, squatting, climbing, stooping or kneeling; on scaffolding, ladders or stairs; standing, sitting or walking, while continuously performing job functions.
    • Physically be able to work in various environments without adverse physical reaction, e.g.; within extreme temperature ranges; in hot, noisy, dirty or dust-filled areas; at heights above 30 feet, etc.
    • Ability to wear protective equipment, i.e. respirator, breathing apparatus, hearing, or eye protection, etc.
    • Knowledge of safe, efficient operation of heavy equipment.
    • Ability to work overtime hours for snow removal or for other special events as needed.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Associates degree or professional certification in a directly related field.
    • Knowledge of preventative maintenance of heavy equipment.
    • Ability to identify different varieties of annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs.
    • Ability to safely operate equipment in areas with high levels of pedestrian, bicycle and vehicle activity.
    • Knowledge of essential job functions and ability to safely perform the duties with minimal supervision.
    • Knowledge or ability to learn relevant software and/or computer languages in order to operate preventive maintenance, work order, time reporting and inventory control programs.
    • Ability to communicate effectively orally or in writing, using the English language, in various situations, i.e. face to face, via phone or two-way radio, correspondence, taking messages, email, etc.

    Physical Demands
    • Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry tools, equipment or supplies, up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
    • Physically be able to work in various positions, i.e. with arms above your head for periods of time; bending, twisting, crawling, squatting, climbing, stooping or kneeling; on scaffolding, ladders or stairs; standing, sitting or walking, while continuously performing job functions.


    Reasonable Accommodations
    UWL 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 hrinfo@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8013. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
    All position descriptions are required to provide physical demands and working condition/environment and may not be published in the job announcement. For information on the physical demands and/or working conditions/environment for this position, please contact Human Resources at hrinfo@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8013.

    Working conditions and environment
    • Physically be able to work in various environments without adverse physical reaction, e.g.; within extreme temperature ranges; in hot, noisy, dirty or dust-filled areas; at heights above 30 feet, etc.
    • Ability to wear protective equipment, i.e. respirator, breathing apparatus, hearing, or eye protection, etc.
    • Ability to work overtime hours for snow removal or for other special events as needed.

    Miscellaneous Information
    Information about your Benefits
    Your benefits add an additional 40% to the overall financial package from the university.
    Highlights include:
    • paid vacation for 12-month positions.
    • excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
    • paid holidays and sick days.
    • after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
    • benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.


    Learn more at: https://www.uwlax.edu/globalassets/offices-services/human-resources/benefits-info/univstaff.pdf.

    Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

    Information about UWL and the Surrounding Region
    The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW–La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.

    For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger’s 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of “America’s Best Colleges” for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest.
    With a student population of roughly 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs, 21 graduate programs, and 2 doctoral programs through the following three colleges, the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Science and Health, as well as the School of Education. There are over 600 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 75 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 84 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.
    UW-La Crosse’s strategic plan Sustaining Excellence continues to move our community forward through its four pillars: increasing community engagement, achieving excellence through equity and diversity, investing in our people, and advancing transformational education. More information about the ongoing work of Sustaining Excellence is available at www.uwlax.edu/info/strategic-plan.
    The UW-La Crosse campus is in southwestern Wisconsin, nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse and positioned as part of a larger metro area with a population close to 140,000. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and recreation. More information about the La Crosse metro area can be found here: Choose La Crosse.
    Learn more about UW-La Crosse here: https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/

    AA/EO Statement
    The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWL, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
    DEI Statement
    UW-La Crosse’s diversity and inclusion efforts are guided by our adherence to Inclusive Excellence. We define Inclusive Excellence as “… our active, intentional and ongoing commitment to bridge differences with understanding and respect so all can thrive." The goals of Inclusive Excellence are to increase the retention of diverse faculty, staff and students while encouraging a campus climate that is inviting and welcoming to all. UW-La Crosse strives to promote acceptance of all facets of diversity from racial/ethnic diversity to diversity of thought and experience. UW-La Crosse ranks 6th nationally among the Top LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges for 2018-19 by AffordableCollegesOnline.org (ACO).

    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
    For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://www.uwlax.edu/police/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.

    Redbook Position
    No

    Division/College
    Administration and Finance Division

    Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit
    The Division of Administration and Finance is committed to providing quality campus services to faculty, staff, students, and external constituencies to support the university’s mission of teaching, research, and public service. The division includes Facilities Planning & Management, Budget, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, and Police & Parking Services.

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Date
    08/23/2023

    Continuous Recruitment
    Yes

    Continuous Recruitment First Review Date
    09/15/2023

    Close Date

    Special Instructions
    Application deadlines
    TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

    Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
    UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL 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 & Reference Check Policy
    All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

    Position Contact Name
    Anthony Meidl

    Position Contact Email
    hrinfo@uwlax.edu

  • 12 Days Ago

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Groundskeeper
  • Eau Claire Golf and Country Club
  • Altoona, WI FULL_TIME
  • Eau Claire Golf and Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of part-time Groundskeeper. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focus...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Groundskeeper
  • Troon
  • Altoona, WI PART_TIME
  • Eau Claire Golf and Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of part-time Groundskeeper. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focus...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Groundskeeper
  • Kellogg PEAK Initiative
  • Boscobel, WI PART_TIME
  • ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION: Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. POSITION SUMMARY: To support the maintenance...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Groundskeeper/Day Maintenance
  • Courtesy Corporation McDonald's
  • RICHLAND CENTER, WI FULL_TIME
  • FullTime Groundskeeper/Day Maintenance Vacancy working for Courtesy Corporation McDonald's at RICHLAND CENTER WI
  • 19 Days Ago

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Groundskeeper/Day Maintenance
  • Courtesy Corporation McDonald's
  • ONALASKA, WI FULL_TIME
  • FullTime Groundskeeper/Day Maintenance Vacancy working for Courtesy Corporation McDonald's at ONALASKA WI
  • 20 Days Ago

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Forklift Service Road Technician- Eau Claire, WI
  • Fairchild Equipment Inc
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • ** Forklift Service Road Technician- Eau Claire, WI** **Job Category****:** Technician **Requisition Number****:** FORKL...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Forklift Service Road Technician- Eau Claire, WI
  • Fairchild Equipment Inc
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • ** Forklift Service Road Technician- Eau Claire, WI** **Job Category****:** Technician **Requisition Number****:** FORKL...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Assistant - USDA
  • Heartland Consulting
  • Menomonie, WI
  • Job Description Job Description Duties Properly processing a Farm Bill application, administrative support for ranking, ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Specialist
  • VES-Artex
  • Chippewa Falls, WI
  • VES-Artex was formed in early 2021 after the merger of VES and Artex Barn Solutions. VES-Artex is the premier global tec...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Assistant - USDA
  • Heartland Consulting
  • Menomonie, WI
  • Job Description Job Description Duties Properly processing a Farm Bill application, administrative support for ranking, ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Specialist
  • VES-Artex
  • Chippewa Falls, WI
  • VES-Artex was formed in early 2021 after the merger of VES and Artex Barn Solutions. VES-Artex is the premier global tec...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Agriculture (Full Time & Seasonal Full Time)
  • Synergy Cooperative
  • Ridgeland, WI
  • At Synergy we know how to work hard and keep it light at the same time! Teamwork is the key to our success and it shows ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Agriculture (Full Time & Seasonal Full Time)
  • Synergy Cooperative
  • Ridgeland, WI
  • At Synergy we know how to work hard and keep it light at the same time! Teamwork is the key to our success and it shows ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Eau Claire is located at 44°49′N 91°30′W / 44.817°N 91.500°W / 44.817; -91.500, (44.8146, −91.4927) approximately 90 miles (145 kilometers) east of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The city is located on the northern fringes of the Driftless Zone. The city was founded near the confluence of the Eau Claire and Chippewa rivers as three separate settlements. The main section of downtown is on the site of the original village, where Stephen McCann, in partnership with J. C. Thomas, put up three buildings in 1845. Although these structures were erected to establish a claim to the land they s...
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Income Estimation for Groundskeeper jobs
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Eau Claire, Wisconsin area prices
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