Groundskeeper (Public Works)

Are you a hands-on landscaping professional ready to lead by example? Walworth County is hiring a full-time Groundskeeper (Public Works) in Elkhorn, Walworth County, to keep our public spaces beautiful, safe, and inviting year-round.

About the Role

As a Groundskeeper in Walworth County's Public Works division, you will coordinate landscape and grounds maintenance across county buildings, parks, and surrounding properties. Working under administrative direction, this is a working foreman position — you'll guide the day-to-day upkeep while staying actively involved in the labor yourself, ensuring every county property remains in top condition for the public's full and productive use.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and perform routine landscape maintenance for county-owned buildings, grounds, and parks
• Keep all county green spaces healthy, tidy, and presentable throughout the seasons
• Serve as a working lead, balancing hands-on groundskeeping duties with light crew oversight
• Help maintain grounds in a condition that supports safe, productive use by the public and county staff

Qualifications

• Practical experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
• Ability to take direction while independently managing daily maintenance priorities
• Comfort working outdoors and performing physical, hands-on tasks across varied conditions
• Leadership qualities suited to a working foreman role

About Walworth County

Walworth County, based in Elkhorn, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Through our Public Works team, we care for the buildings, parks, and grounds that residents and visitors rely on, and we value employees who take genuine pride in maintaining welcoming public spaces.

How to Apply

Ready to grow your career as a Groundskeeper (Public Works) with Walworth County in Elkhorn? View the full listing and submit your application to take the next step.