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Student Groundskeeper

University of the Incarnate Word · United States
Deadline
Mar 05, 2027
Closing in 137 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026
Offered salary$11/ hr

About the role

Cardinal Talent Student Groundskeeper Bookmark this Posting Print Preview Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Student Groundskeeper

Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary Student Work-Study groundskeepers are responsible for maintaining the grounds and landscaping of assigned areas on all UIW campuses. This includes keeping UIW grounds areas clean and orderly, free of trash and debris. Groundskeepers report to Groundskeeper Supervisor. Essential Functions

  • Mowing lawns.
  • Trimming hedges.
  • Watering plants.
  • Maintaining gardens and lawns, including planting, weeding and mulching.
  • Emptying trash bins.
  • Delivering plants to events or departments.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to use and operate grounds equipment and/or tools (e.g. leaf sweepers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, hand truck, hammer drill, chain saw, basic hand tools, etc.).
  • Ability to plant shrubs, trees, flowers, pruning trees/shrubs.
  • Ability to operate push lawn mowers, and other turf related equipment.
  • Ability to operate a power washer.
  • Experience in work that requires customer service skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
  • Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

    • Required Education Current UIW student approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program.

    Required Work Experience None. Preferred Qualifications None. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations Valid Drivers License to operate a golf cart. Work Hours

  • Monday- Friday 12- 20 hours per week.
  • Some weekends will be mandatory.

    • Physical Demands

  • Must be able to pull, push and lift 50 pounds.
  • Work in inclement weather and exposure to heat, rain and cold.
  • Work in high noise environments.
    • Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Posting Number STU1561PO

    Number of Vacancies 1 Job Type Part Time Job Category Students Desired Start Date 07/01/2026 Multi-Hire Pool No Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Groundskeeper Supervisor Salary $11/ hr. Open Date 04/23/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant None. EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Student Class Schedule

    • Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Other Document
    • Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  • Are you a current UIW student?
  • Yes, I am a doctoral student
  • Yes, I am a graduate student
  • Yes, I am a senior
  • Yes, I am a junior
  • Yes, I am a sophomore
  • Yes, I am a freshman
  • No, I am not a UIW student
  • Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program?
  • yes
  • no
  • I don't know

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