Buildings & Grounds Crew

The City of Richland Center is accepting applications for a full-time position on the Buildings & Grounds Crew within the Public Works Department.

As a Buildings & Grounds Crew Member, you will perform a wide variety of maintenance, custodial, and repair tasks essential to the upkeep of City parks, public facilities, cemetery, and other municipal grounds. Duties include landscaping, snow removal, equipment upkeep, tree care, and general physical labor in all weather conditions. This role supports the City’s mission to maintain safe, clean, and attractive public spaces and works under the supervision of the Buildings & Grounds Crew Lead.

Requirements: Qualified candidates shall have graduated from high school or possess a GED. Should possess experience in the following areas: construction, electrical, plumbing, maintenance, equipment repair, forestry, and horticulture. Valid Driver’s License required. Possession of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred. Candidate must be available for duty beyond the normal workday as required to assist with snow removal, cemetery burials, or other related duties. Starting wage for this position is $18.00 - $22.00 per hour (80 hours bi-weekly) depending on qualifications. Successful candidates will be subject to a background check.

Benefits: The City of Richland Center offers a comprehensive benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Wisconsin Retirement Plan, deferred compensation, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Benefit perks include a health insurance plan, emergency room visit reimbursement, and employer contributions of 6.9% to the Wisconsin Retirement System.

To be considered, submit a completed employment application to Darcy.Perkins@richlandcenterwi.gov. The application form can be found here.

The submission of a resume and cover letter is encouraged for optimal consideration for this position.

The deadline for all applications is 5:00 pm on Monday, August 18th.