Campus Grounds Lead - Lead, Train & Maintain Grounds

University of Wisconsin; United States; In loco; USD 22.000 - 31.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Excellent health insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

Retirement benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Wisconsin is seeking a Groundskeeper Lead to supervise and guide a grounds team while performing advanced grounds maintenance across campus. This role requires operating a range of heavy equipment, planning labor, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The position also involves training staff, coordinating with supervisors, and supporting special events with field and facility preparation. Overtime is required for snow removal and events.

Competenze

• Valid driver’s license required for state vehicle operation.
• Ability to obtain State of Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Category 3.0 Turf and Landscape) within 6 months of hire.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform various positions.
• Willingness to work overtime for snow removal and special events.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment and perform maintenance tasks.

Mansioni

• Lead and train groundskeeper staff; review work and coordinate assignments.
• Plan labor and materials, maintain records, and prepare reports for supervisor.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment and perform snow removal for events.
• Maintain landscape beds, prune plants, and apply pesticides/herbicides per regulations.
• Assist with project planning, safety enforcement, and equipment procurement.

Conoscenze

Valid driver's license

Operate heavy equipment

Physical stamina

Formazione

Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field

Strumenti

Pesticide Applicator License (Category 3.0 Turf and Landscape)

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Wisconsin is seeking a Groundskeeper Lead to supervise and guide a grounds team while performing advanced grounds maintenance across campus. This role requires operating a range of heavy equipment, planning labor, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The position also involves training staff, coordinating with supervisors, and supporting special events with field and facility preparation. Overtime is required for snow removal and events.