Senior Groundskeeper

Madison College is actively seeking a highly independent Senior Groundskeeper. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of landscape maintenance plans for all Madison College sites including trees, turf, shrubs, landscape beds, perennials, annuals, ornamental grasses, hardscape, parking lots, walks and drives and athletic areas. This position will also design and lead various landscape repair, renovation, and installation projects; and assist with snow removal, preventative maintenance on grounds equipment and additional duties as directed by Supervisor and Grounds Coordinator.

The Senior Groundskeeper reports directly to the Engineering Services/Operations Manager and may also direct work and receive assistance from student help.

This is a full-time, 52-weeks per year position, general working hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00am – 2:30pm.

Madison College offers an excellent benefits package including vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

This position will be open until filled, with a first consideration date of July 7, 2024, at 11:59 pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate Degree or equivalent working experience. *Experience used as an equivalent of an educational requirement is in addition to any experience required by the position.
• Two (2) years of work experience directly related to the skills required for successfully performing the duties of this position.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain a Wisconsin pesticide applicators certification, turf, and landscape 3.0 within 6 months of hire.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.