Campus Horticulture Technician — Relocation & Growth

Epic; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Stock grants

Annual raises and bonuses

Sabbatical after 5 years

Job summary

Epic is seeking a Horticulture Technician to join our Madison-area team and help maintain a diverse campus landscape. The role involves outdoor duties, turf care, irrigation maintenance, and active project involvement on campus, site, or turf teams.

Relocation to the area is available with assistance. The campus emphasizes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for skill growth, hands-on horticulture experiences, and learning in a unique campus environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related field (will consider equivalent work experience).
• Must be able to work outdoors 8 hours a day and lift 50 lbs.
• Experience in temperate ornamental horticulture and/or arboriculture preferred.
• Experience with commercial equipment preferred.
• Valid WI Driver's license.
• Live within 45 minutes of Epic's Campus in Verona, WI or be willing to relocate.
• COVID-19 vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Care for ornamental gardens across the campus and maintain turf and irrigation systems.
• Gain hands-on experience in planting, watering, weeding, mulching, pruning, deadheading, burning, and snow removal.
• Assist and help lead projects on campus, site, or turf teams.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or related field

Tools

Commercial equipment

Job description

Epic is seeking a Horticulture Technician to join our Madison-area team and help maintain a diverse campus landscape. The role involves outdoor duties, turf care, irrigation maintenance, and active project involvement on campus, site, or turf teams.

Relocation to the area is available with assistance. The campus emphasizes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for skill growth, hands-on horticulture experiences, and learning in a unique campus environment.