Student Jobs

The Division of University Housing is committed to demonstrating our Core Values: Care in how we approach people and our work; Creativity in solving problems; Integrity in our interactions with staff and customers; Optimism, focusing on opportunities and positive outcomes; Respect for the differences, strengths, and potential in people; Stewardship of human, financial and natural resources; and Excellence in customer satisfaction and communication. 

Academic Year:

• Flexible Scheduling based on your academic availability and operational need
• 8 hours a week required, 10-15 hours per week preferred
• Shifts available between 7:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday, some weekend hours as operationally needed
• Shifts are a minimum of 4 hours

Summer:

• 25-40 hours per week, positions based on availability & operational need, flexible scheduling options may be available, schedule will be set upon hire.
• Shifts available 7:00AM-4:30PM Monday-Friday, some overtime may be available on weekends.
• Seasonal: This position is considered seasonal during the summer months in regards to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Hours worked may exceed 30 hours/week during the summer months

Student Grounds Technicians assist with mostly exterior projects throughout the University Housing community. Common tasks for this position include: landscaping, trash pickup, repairing playground equipment, apartment turnover work, and common area projects. If you like to work with your hands and be outside, this is a great position for you!

• Perform general repair, grounds and custodial work, such as shoveling snow, removal of furnishings, weeding, string trimming/ leaf blowing, windows, and sweeping
• Assist with general grounds projects including maintaining landscaping, trees and shrubs, signage, parking lots, sandboxes, and play equipment.
• Perform grounds-related painting projects and trash clean-up and removal. May perform specific tasks assisting other trades.
• Report building maintenance issues, follow up with residents as needed.
• Move tools and materials to various work locations using university owned vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Satisfactory results of a confidential criminal background check are required.
• Must be able to frequently lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, and squat to perform work.
• A driving history that meets UW Risk management standards is preferred.
  • A valid driver's license is required.

• To apply, go to https://services.housing.wisc.edu/hrapp and submit your online application
• Deadline to apply is Sunday, April 12, 2026, 11:55 PM. 

       University Housing values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer