Lawn/Yard Work
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 26399 Division/Organization: Backyard Native Habitat Project Job Type: Local Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Not Remote Location: Private Residence Monona, WI 53716 (not on bus line)Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $18.00 to $25.00 Job Categories: Agriculture and Natural Resources
Department Overview:
We're a family who cares about the planet and all the beyond-human beings who rely on healthy land to thrive.
Anticipated Start Date
5/12/25
Anticipated End Date
9/29/25
Anticipated Hours Per Week
5-10; variable depending on week
Schedule:
Flexible!
We will need the most help in May and June (invasive clearing, mowing, etc.), and September (plant installation and mulching). It's likely that July/August will need no help or be very light (mowing, weeding, etc).
Salary/Wage Range:
Hourly $18.00 to $25.00
Number Of Positions
1
Position Summary/Job Duties:
Seeking part-time/occasional help with our yard in Monona! We care deeply about restoring native habitats and supporting local wildlife, and our current main project is removing invasive species by digging out a good portion of our yard. Additional tasks may include mowing, trimming, mulching, and occasional weeding. Potential to help install a native plant garden as well. All materials (shovel, mower, etc.) will be provided. Pay is $18-$25/hr depending on expertise.
Schedule very flexible! Our home is right on the Lake Loop bike path, near Maywood Park and is fairly easy to get to from East or Downtown Madison.
If you enjoy working outdoors, getting a little dirty, and helping the planet in a small but meaningful way, please consider applying!
Qualifications:
-Willingness to get dirty and do physical work like digging, bending, weeding, lawn mowing, and mulching (shoveling and hauling mulch around in wheel barrow).
-Experience with basic yardwork
-Experience with more extensive landscaping, or other "handy" work is great but not required
-Care for the planet
Physical Demands
bending, mowing, weeding, digging with a large shovel, mulching
Application Instructions:
Send an email to Sarah with your interest and background experience, and we can set up a time to have a chat!
Contact:
Org: Backyard Native Habitat Projectdelany@wisc.edu
Advertised: May 08, 2025 05:00 AM Applications close: June 08, 2025 05:00 AM
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