Groundskeeper 1

• Grounds Cleaning: Clear trash across campus.
• Snow Removal: Plow streets and shovel sidewalks.
• Winter Traction: Apply sand to slick roads.
• Turf Care: Mow edge and aerate lawns.
• Plant Maintenance: Prune trees and plant greenery.
• Weed Control: Weed flowerbeds and spray turf.
• Soil Nutrition: Apply seasonal fertilizers to grounds.
• Sprinkler Operation: Run and maintain irrigation systems.
• System Winterization: Blow out lines before freezing.
• Equipment Care: Service and repair landscaping tools.
• Heavy Lifting: Move campus office furniture safely.
• Event Prep: Set up chairs for graduation.
• Student Leadership: Guide summer student work crews.

• school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid drivers license

• Knowledge of equipment tools and procedures of grounds construction and care;
• Knowledge of operating grounds maintenance and grounds construction equipment and tools;
• One year or more gardening and groundskeeping duties.
• Experience maintaining large grounds preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience repairing underground sprinkler systems.

• Lift up to 50 pounds: Move heavy campus supplies like ice melt and fertilizer and other general groundskeeping materials.
• May be required to Lift up to 75 pounds: Move heavy mailroom packages and furniture across campus.
• May be required to Lift over 150 pounds (with help): Work with teammates to move very large items.
• Daily movement: Walk long distances across campus bend down kneel and work outside in all weather.

• 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.

Download Employment (Veterans) Preference Form (PDF)

Request an Accommodation

To request an accommodation for the application or interview please contact Cathy Isakson at or email

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.