Grounds & Landscape Technician — Snow & Field Maintenance

Universities of Wisconsin; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Benefits program

Job summary

UW-La Crosse is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain university grounds and landscaping. The role involves planting, pruning, snow removal, and supporting the grounds operations from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., reporting to the Grounds Services Manager.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The state requires a valid driver's license and a Wisconsin Pesticide License within 6 months. Physical work and overtime are common.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license for state vehicle use.
• Must obtain State of Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Category 3.0 Turf and Landscape within 6 months and maintain certification.
• Ability to lift/carry tools and supplies up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Physically able to work in various positions and environments.
• Willingness to work overtime for snow removal and special events.
• Ability to wear protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Construct lawn and landscaping projects (soil grading, seeding, sodding).
• Install and maintain plants and landscape health using equipment.
• Identify and remedy plant diseases and insect damage.
• Keep lawns, walkways, roads, and parking lots clean and debris-free.
• Monitor and apply chemical and fertilizer programs.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Pesticide license (Category 3.0 Turf &

Education

High School

Job description

UW-La Crosse is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain university grounds and landscaping. The role involves planting, pruning, snow removal, and supporting the grounds operations from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., reporting to the Grounds Services Manager.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The state requires a valid driver's license and a Wisconsin Pesticide License within 6 months. Physical work and overtime are common.