Grounds Manager
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Job Summary
Physical Facilities
Full Time
$25.401 Per Hour
Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health dental and vision insurance mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution partial tuition waiver and a wellness program.
Applications received by 07/19/2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
To oversee ad coordinate all grounds related activities for Physical Facilities Department
Duties:
Plan direct manage and lead the overall operation of the University Grounds crew to maintain a safe and attractive landscape. Ensure compliance with applicable rules laws and policies related to pest control and water management. Assess develop implement and evaluate necessary cultural practices for turf and tree care irrigation and storm water management. Coordinates and assigns daily groundskeeping schedules and assignment for 3-12 employees Expected to monitor employees performance prepare employee performance evaluations and provide constructive counselling. Responsible for training all new and existing groundskeeping employees in proper equipment use hands on work and safety procedures. Will be expected to draft budgets and determine necessary equipment needs and services. Groundskeeping activities include but are not limited to: snow removal mowing trimming sprinkler line repairs furniture relocation package deliveries office moves planting/watering annuals distribution of mulch and other related duties as assigned. Responsible for Maintaining and overseeing the maintenance of all grounds related equipment. Working with the Facilities office staff to order supplies and materials for grounds maintenance. Other duties: General campus grounds cleaning & maintenance; snow removal and sanding of sidewalks and streets. Fertilizing mowing weed eating watering maintaining sprinkler systems turf maintenance pruning planting weeding aerating power raking apply pesticides and blowing out sprinkler system and trash removal. Keeping all equipment in good running condition for each season. Moving services office furniture and equipment; yearly plant-in for campus and hardscape maintenance. Assists with special event setups.
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have a valid drivers license
- Knowledge of installation repair and application of above ground and underground irrigation systems.
- Knowledge of horticulture and landscape maintenance.
- Knowledge of safety and accident prevention practices.
- Required to obtain Pesticide license for # 55 Regulatory Weeds from the Montana Department of Agriculture within 4 months of award of the Grounds Manager position. Must maintain the license year to year.
- Degree or certification in horticulture and landscape design.
- Extensive knowledge of equipment tools and procedures of grounds construction and care.
- 3 plus years of hands on experience in landscaping and groundskeeping duties.
- Experience maintaining large grounds areas preferred.
- Multiple years of work experience leading and supervising a crew.
- Extensive knowledge of principles materials and methods of grounds maintenance and related equipment repair.
- Knowledge of pest management practices and procedures including weed management.
- Knowledge of storm water management practices.
- Be able to properly lift 50- to 100-lbs from ground level to a height of 4-6 and be able to carry 30-lbs for a maximum distance of 30-ft.
For full consideration application materialsmust be complete.
- Cover letter addressing qualifications
- Resume
- Contact information for3 professional references.
Application Requirements
For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such the University does not discriminate in the admission access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race color religion national origin ethnicity creed service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law) veteran status gender age political beliefs marital or family status pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity gender expression or sexual orientation or support of the Universitys mission to be inclusive and diverse applications from qualified minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans disabled veterans and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g. Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.
- Further based on the September 19 2025 Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.
Veterans Employment Preference
To claim veterans preference please complete the employment (veterans) preference form located on the employment page and email to You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.
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Request an Accommodation
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Why Work at Tech
Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science engineering and technology.
Benefits Package
In addition Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
- Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
- 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
- 11 Holidays per year
- 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
- Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
- 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
- Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
- Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
- Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.
*Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.
About Montana Tech
Montana Technological University Butte Montana is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.
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