Lead Groundskeeper – Campus Landscaping & Irrigation

Montana Tech; Butte (MT); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Remote work days

Job summary

Montana Technological University is seeking a Groundskeeper II with 2+ years of grounds landscaping, turf maintenance, snow removal, and irrigation experience. A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a pesticide license within 4 months are required. The role leads the crew in the Grounds Manager’s absence.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and tuition assistance. Some remote work days may be possible with supervisor approval.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of pest management practices and procedures, including weed management.
• Must obtain pesticide license for #55 Regulatory Weeds within 4 months of award and maintain it yearly.

Responsibilities

• General campus grounds cleaning & maintenance; snow removal and sanding of sidewalks and streets.
• Fertilizing, mowing, weed eating, watering, maintaining sprinkler systems and turf.
• Turf maintenance, pruning, planting, weeding, aerating, power raking, blowing out sprinkler systems and trash removal.
• Move, install, and assist in directing work of student assistants; lead Grounds crew in absence of Grounds Manager.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Gardening

Snow removal

Valid driver’s license

Pest management knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grounds equipment knowledge

Job description

Montana Technological University is seeking a Groundskeeper II with 2+ years of grounds landscaping, turf maintenance, snow removal, and irrigation experience. A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a pesticide license within 4 months are required. The role leads the crew in the Grounds Manager’s absence.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and tuition assistance. Some remote work days may be possible with supervisor approval.