Employment Opportunities

The main job of Cave Educators is to be stewards of the cave: protecting it, maintaining it, and teaching its wealth of information to our guests. We provide tours to schools, tourist groups, and the general public. 

No prior knowledge of geology is required. All training is provided.

Job Responsibilities include: 

• Presenting the cave, its science, and its history to the public in the form of either traditionally guided or museum-style tours 
• Working above ground in the gift shop to facilitate the sale of goods and services
• General cleaning and maintenance of the gift shop buildings and cave
• Providing exceptional service to guests across the property at all times 

Requirements for This Position include:

• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time 
• Good level of comfort when public speaking or serving guests
• Ability to ascend and descend several sets of stairs over the course of an hour
• Work a minimum of 2-3 days a week
• Work a minimum of 4 hours per day
• Ability to lift 30lbs 
• At least 16 years of age
• Ability to pass a standard background check

Working at Cave of the Mounds rewards you not only with unique skills, but also an exclusive reciprocity membership for tourist destinations across the state of Wisconsin. Employees also enjoy a discount across our shops, flexible schedules that work with you, and a 50°F cave all year round.

Our Surface Crew (Front Desk, Admissions, Retail)  acts as the first point of contact for any and all guests that come to visit us. These team members operate solely on the surface all across the main area of our park grounds and within our Visitor Center and Cave Entrance Building. 

No previous experience is required. All training is provided.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Facilitating the sale of goods and services in the gift shop 
• Welcoming visitors to the site and providing information and guidance 
• General cleaning and maintenance of the gift shop buildings
• Providing exceptional service to guests across the property at all times

Requirements for This Position include:

• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time 
• Ability to lift 30lbs 
• Good level of comfort when speaking or working with guests 
• At least 14 years of age
• Ability to pass a standard background check

Working at Cave of the Mounds rewards you not only with unique skills, but also an exclusive reciprocity membership for tourist destinations across the state of Wisconsin. Employees also enjoy a discount across our shops and flexible schedules that work with you.

Grounds Team Member
Cave of the Mounds, National Natural Landmark

Are you looking for a hands-on job in a unique and beautiful setting? Cave of the Mounds, National Natural Landmark, is seeking hard-working individuals to join our Grounds Team! This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and maintaining a historic and natural site.

Position Details:

• Opportunities Available: Part-time Seasonal employment.
• Ideal Candidate: Perfect for anyone who enjoys physical, outdoor work and looking for a summer job.

Responsibilities:

As a Grounds Team Member, you will work alongside our Facilities and Grounds Manager to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of our park grounds, buildings, and cave. Duties may include:

• General grounds maintenance, including lawn care, planting, pruning, and weeding.
• Brush cutting and invasive species removal to help preserve native habitats.
• Stay alert to more serious maintenance issues and report them to a supervisor.
• Cave and outdoor area care to maintain visitor safety and experience.
• Use and care of tools and equipment to complete tasks effectively.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with physical work (walking, bending, lifting, kneeling, and climbing stairs).
• Familiarity with lawn care tools and equipment, i.e. lawn mower.
• Must be 16 years or older and perhaps have a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, seasonality, and weather.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Wage and benefits will vary depending on position, experience, and availability.

Join our team and be part of maintaining one of Wisconsin’s most treasured natural landmarks!

Garden Team Members

Cave of the Mounds, National Natural Landmark is looking for hard working individuals who love working outdoors to join our park gardens and grounds maintenance team. This position provides an opportunity to be part of the team who creates and maintains the beautiful landscape of our park.

Role:

• Full and/or part-time seasonal positions available
• Work in all weather conditions
• Shifts vary – we are open seven days a week
• Work in a team
• General maintenance of grounds, gardens and buildings

Requirements:

• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to maintain a clean and well organized tool area
• Neat and clean appearance
• Ability to identify (or learn to identify) plant species

Experience in the following a plus:

• Planting, pruning, weeding
• Weed and pest control
• Use of brush cutters, blowers, mowers and other small engine tools
• Use of outdoor hand tools
• Maintenance of ornamental garden beds
• Other duties and projects as assigned

This is a limited-term position with hours between March 15 and November 15, as needed. Experience in the following areas is a plus: outdoor grounds/landscaping; public speaking; organization; operation of outdoor equipment; and/or gardening. You must be an outgoing, motivated, self-starter who can think on your feet and work without direct supervision.

Applications are available online, in person at our ticket desk, or call to have an application mailed to you.  608/437-3038 or www.caveofthemounds.com.