Groundskeeper (Mon-Fri)

Marquette University; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI invites applications for a Groundskeeper (Mon-Fri). The role maintains campus grounds through pruning, planting, mowing, chemical applications, and snow removal while supporting events and student crews.

We seek candidates with a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of groundskeeping experience (or 4+ years) and a valid driver’s license. Join a Jesuit University committed to student success and inclusive excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year of groundskeeping experience or 4+ years in the field.
• Valid driver’s license with a favorable record is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance: pruning, weeding, planting, mowing, watering.
• Apply chemicals and manage snow removal.
• Assist in setup and takedown of university events.
• Operate campus equipment and vehicles safely.
• Lead assigned student crews.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Snow removal

Event setup

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Groundskeeper (Mon-Fri) Posting Number: NA01583

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Family: Facilities Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, and Construction

Planning, Engineering, and Construction Position Overview Be The

Difference Begins with Great People. Are you looking for a new

opportunity where you can make the difference in the lives of students

and faculty? We're always looking for highly talented individuals to

join our team people who think big, care deeply, and believe in being

the difference in their work and community. We prioritize student

success, access to education, and service in our work to educate

well-rounded servant leaders who transform their fields, our society and

the world. Our Catholic, Jesuit approach emphasizes student engagement

with the world around them and formation of the heart and mind. We

believe in our mission: The search for truth, the discovery and sharing

of knowledge, the fostering of personal and professional excellence, the

promotion of a life of faith, and the development of leadership

expressed in service to others. These core values guide our

relationships with our students, each other, and our community.

Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total Rewards package

including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university

match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits for employees,

spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement! For more

information, please view our

https://www.marquette.edu/human-resources/total-rewards.php. This is

your next opportunity to join an organization that invests in their

employees' career journey by diversifying their skills, deepening their

expert knowledge, encouraging a healthy work-life balance, focusing on

personal wellbeing, providing leadership training and sustaining a

culture of respect and inclusion. In addition to other responsibilities,

Marquette Groundskeepers help to maintain the campus by performing tasks

such as pruning, weeding, planting, chemical applications, mowing and

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks related to grounds maintenance such as pruning, weeding, planting, chemical applications, mowing and watering.
• Provide snow removal services.
• Assist in setup and take down of special events.
• Operate University equipment and vehicles in a safe manner during the performance of duties.
• Lead assigned student crews.
• Perform any and all related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A high school diploma or GEDwith at least 1 year of experience or at least 4 years of groundskeeping experience. A valid driver's license with favorable record is also required. Candidate must be service oriented and possess the ability to demonstrate reading and writing comprehension

And Competency Skills. Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Snow

plowing experience. More than one year of groundskeeping experience.

Department: Facilities Planning & Management Posting Date: 07/14/2026

Closing Date:

policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities

(EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or

state-protected classification.