Campus Horticulture Technician: Seasonal Displays & Grounds

University of Wisconsin Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Job summary

University of Wisconsin—Madison is seeking a Horticultural Technician to design and maintain seasonal campus displays, grow thousands of annuals and perennials, and support both outdoor landscapes and a greenhouse facility.

Responsibilities include planting, watering, pruning, and operating landscape equipment, with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays. A strong emphasis on safety and collaboration with Grounds staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires physical ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Experience reading landscape plans or written instructions to guide tasks.
• Ability to obtain pesticide applicator licenses within six months of hire.
• Must have valid driver's license and meet UW risk standards.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise students and staff as needed.
• Keep records of plant purchases and greenhouse/garden activities.
• Plan and implement spraying programs for fungicide, pesticide, and herbicide applications.
• Perform winter snow removal duties to keep campus safe.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Independent work

Landscape plan interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hedge trimmers

String trimmers

Cultivators

Hand and power tools

Job description

University of Wisconsin—Madison is seeking a Horticultural Technician to design and maintain seasonal campus displays, grow thousands of annuals and perennials, and support both outdoor landscapes and a greenhouse facility.

Responsibilities include planting, watering, pruning, and operating landscape equipment, with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays. A strong emphasis on safety and collaboration with Grounds staff is essential.