Horticultural Technician

University of Wisconsin Madison
$20.00 HOURLY
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Mar 31, 2025
Job Summary: Horticulture technicians will design, grow, plant, and maintain annual plants for seasonal displays on the UW Madison campus. This position will work both outside as well as in the Grounds Department Greenhouse. Within the greenhouse facility staff grow thousands of annual plants for floral displays on campus. The displays include beds like the iconic W on University Avenue. When not in the greenhouse staff may also work on landscape beds at the Chancellors residence, System Presidents house or in the landscape beds of campus. These positions require the ability to work independently as well as being able to work in a group setting. This position will also have the opportunity to help set the floral displays for both winter and spring commencement ceremonies. This position will likely involve the use of landscape maintenance equipment ranging from hand tools to motorized equipment. Responsibilities: Supports the operational activities of a greenhouse facility, maintains plant production, records, and maintenance to ensure operational efficiencies. 20% Executes the technical day-to-day operational activities of a greenhouse complex, botanical garden, or plant research project(s) 20% Plans and implements instructional plant production schedules; determines and implements proper cultural practices for plant materials, disease and pest control practices, and plant requirements for light, temperature, moisture, and nutrition 10% Coordinates the maintenance of a greenhouse facility, equipment, and environmental controls. May coordinate the care of animals and other organisms 15% Maintains records of plant acquisitions and of greenhouse/garden activities and schedules 10% Trains, assists, and monitors the work of students and unit staff as needed 5% Serves as a horticultural expert and consultant to internal and external stakeholders. May assist with laboratory demonstrations when necessary 10% Landscape maintenance at Chancellors Residence and Brittingham Estate 10% Snow removal for UW Grounds Dept. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Preferred H.S. Diploma Qualifications: Required: -Availability for snow removal and overtime work as necessary. -Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, bending, stooping, and kneeling for extended periods. -Experience with the use of landscape maintenance equipment, ranging from hand tools to motorized equipment. Preferred Qualifications: -2 years of horticulture or landscape experience in a commercial setting. License/Certification: Required Pesticide Applicator - State Licensure The Pesticide Applicator - State Licensure within six months of hire. Commercial pesticide license 3.1 Greenhouse and Nursery Required Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am- 3:30pm Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $20.00 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications The minimum hourly rate for this position is $20/hr, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see below for more information: University Staff: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf Additional Information: Must be available for snow removal and overtime work as necessary. Physical work requiring lifting, bending, steeping and kneeling for extended periods of time. This position may require working in or around animal facilities on campus. Those working in or around animal facilities are required to complete an annual safety training and personnel medical evaluation form to gain clearance. Some areas have additional requirements for entry, including a TB test with negative results and measles titer test. We will provide trainings that will address hazards as well as how to safely perform job duties by, for example, following signage and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). How to Apply: We encourage you to apply as you may be just the right candidate for this role! Your resume and cover letter are the ideal place for you to share how your qualifications and experience will translate to this position and showcase your unique talents. To start the application process, click the "Apply Now" button. Please submit both your resume and cover letter, detailing your relevant experience for this role. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (including at least one supervisory reference). Please note that references will not be contacted without your prior knowledge. Contact: Cinthya Canicoba cinthya.canicoba@wisc.edu 608-262-6593 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Horticultural Technician(FP006) Department(s): A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP SVCS/GROUNDS Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 313360-CP The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). 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