Vehicle Equipment & Grounds Technician III

Position Summary

This position reports directly to the Grounds Manager for general direction. Primary responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance and repairs on ground maintenance vehicles and equipment and operation of equipment in support of seasonal grounds maintenance tasks. Secondary responsibilities include hardscape tasks on campus grounds. Performs plowing and winter management duties during early morning hours, evenings and weekends as needed during winter.

Responsibilities

• Operate, complete safety inspections and road tests and otherwise maintain University and grounds maintenance vehicles and equipment including mowers, loaders, trucks, tractors, forklift, plows, sanders, salters, hand tools and related equipment in support of seasonal grounds maintenance activities.
• Documents completed maintenance and repairs according to established policies and procedures.
• Serves as a point of contact to individuals providing information and updates about vehicle and large-engine maintenance and repairs.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs complex parts and systems for large-engine vehicles and equipment under general supervision to ensure optimal and safe operation.
• Identifies and troubleshoots complex vehicle and large-engine issues and collaborates with work unit staff to resolve issues.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Documents completed maintenance and repairs according to established policies and procedures.
• Serves as a point of contact to individuals providing information and updates about vehicle and large-engine maintenance and repairs.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs complex parts and systems for large-engine vehicles and equipment under general supervision to ensure optimal and safe operation.
• Identifies and troubleshoots complex vehicle and large-engine issues and collaborates with work unit staff to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude, including the ability to safely operate, inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles, grounds equipment, and hand and power tools.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical system issues and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and parts documentation.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, OSHA standards, hazard recognition, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Proficiency in basic computer systems for work order entry, recordkeeping, and maintenance tracking.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, etc.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond to emergencies or operational needs outside regular work hours.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions, including lifting up to 50 pounds and operating equipment safely.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements, calculations, and material or cost estimates.
• Knowledge of, or ability to obtain, required licenses and certifications, including a valid driver’s license, pesticide applicator license, and forklift certification.
• H.S. Diploma or equivalency required.
• Must successfully complete a post offer employment test.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to apply online at Career Opportunities. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: Resume, Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter), and Inquiries Should Be Addressed To Darren Johnson Grounds Manager at darren.johnson@uwrf.edu.

Pay Rate

The pay rate is $25 per hour.

Benefits

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 7.20%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguideus.pdf.

Contact Information

To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguideus.pdf. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before July 29, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Universities of Wisconsin does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.