Groundskeeper

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% company match, 5 weeks of time off to start, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement!

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.

To be considered for this opportunity, please make sure to either upload your resume and/or fully complete the Work History section of the job application found on the Marquette Careers page: https://employment.marquette.edu/postings/20642

GROUNDSKEEPER SCHEDULE

Sat-Wed / 6:00 am - 1:30 pm

GROUNDSKEEPER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform all tasks related to grounds maintenance such as pruning, weeding, planting, chemical applications, mowing and watering.

2. Provide snow removal services.

3. Assist in setup and take down of special events.

4. Operate University equipment and vehicles in a safe manner during the performance of duties.

5. Lead assigned student crews.

GROUNDSKEEPER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of experience – OR – at least 4 years of groundskeeping experience
• A valid driver’s license with favorable record
• Service-oriented attitude
• Reading and writing comprehension and proficiency
• Snow plowing experience preferred (not required)

It is the 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.23 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Year round work

Ability to Relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53233: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person