Grounds Student Worker

Description:

Assist the Grounds crew this summer in maintaining a safe, inviting outdoor campus environment for students, employees and the public to enjoy.

Essential Functions:

of the Job · Cutting grass, planting and watering flowers, weeding planting beds, emptying garbage containers, debris cleanup and other Grounds related duties. · May assist with the Moving crew or in Fleet Garage

Qualifications:

(Required Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities) 

1. Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver License and be able to meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state business as described here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/ 

2. Ability to work the scheduled hours the entire summer, giving sufficient notification of any vacation or time off requests. 

Physical Requirements 

· Lifting, pushing, pulling from 50 to 100 pounds for extended periods of time.

· Bending, stretching, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting. 

Working Conditions & Environmental Factors 

· Work is performed 100% on site in a variety of weather conditions including but not limited to: cold, heat, wind and rain. 

Hours/Scheduling 

· Approximate hours per week: 37.5 hours per week, 

Monday thru Friday 6 AM to 2 PM 

· Part-Time, Temporary position

PE Competencies:

Communicate with Supervisors and Groundskeepers regarding any issues observed in the assigned area. 

Collaborate with coworkers to create aesthetically pleasing landscapes on campus for all to enjoy