Landscape Maintenance Technician, Kohler Hospitality

Landscape Maintenance Technician, Kohler Hospitality

Work Mode: Onsite

**Location: ** Kohler, WI

Competitive Compensation: $500 Sign on Bonus

Opportunity

The landscape maintenance technician is responsible for the upkeep, appearance, and overall condition of assigned exterior grounds across Kohler Company properties. This role involves skilled hands-on landscape work, including mowing, trimming, pruning, plant care, turf management and installation, irrigation maintenance and repair, seasonal tasks, and assisting with holiday lighting installation while upholding high landscape standards, supporting an exceptional guest experience, and contributing to the aesthetic and environmental goals of Kohler Company.

This is a full-time, year-round position, with shifts varying between 6:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily landscape maintenance such as mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weeding, mulching, turf care, turf installation, irrigation monitoring, and seasonal clean‑ups to maintain high-quality grounds and outdoor spaces.

• Perform routine irrigation system maintenance and repairs, including troubleshooting, adjusting heads, replacing components, and ensuring efficient water distribution.

• Assist with planting, bed preparation, landscape enhancements, and seasonal decor—including holiday lighting installation, maintenance, and removal—that support Kohler’s design standards and elevate the guest experience.

• Provide guidance and daily direction to seasonal staff to ensure efficient work, safe practices, and positive interactions with guests.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support year-round landscape operations, including winter snow and ice management.‑round landscape operations, including winter snow and ice management.

Skills/Requirements

• At least one year of experience in landscape maintenance, groundskeeping, or related outdoor maintenance work.

• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

• Ability to obtain WDATCP Category 3.0 Pesticide Applicator’s certification within six months.

• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Work a flexible schedule, including periodic weekends, holiday lighting installation periods, and winter snow removal availability.‑removal availability.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Management, Horticulture, or related field preferred

• Experience operating commercial landscape equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and utility vehicles preferred

• Experience with turf care, turf installation, plant maintenance, seasonal landscape installation, irrigation system maintenance and repair, or holiday lighting setup preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The hourly range for this position is $18.80- $28.20. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com .

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the FederalEEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and theEEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) .