Campus Grounds Gardener — Greenhouse & Plant Care

Illinois State University; Normal, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,125,000 - 75,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement options

Tuition waiver available

Paid holidays

Paid benefit time

Job summary

Illinois State University is seeking a Grounds Gardener to assist in planting and maintaining ornamental horticulture across the campus and in greenhouses.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience, along with a valid IL driver's license and a pre-employment physical. Work hours are Tue–Sat from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a projected starting date in October 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of full time (or part time equivalent) experience in the maintenance of gardens, lawns, shrubs, or trees.
• Valid State of Illinois driver's license (see NOTE below).
• A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installing and maintaining ornamental horticulture plantings throughout campus and greenhouses.

Skills

Gardening

Lawn maintenance

Plant care

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Illinois State University is seeking a Grounds Gardener to assist in planting and maintaining ornamental horticulture across the campus and in greenhouses.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience, along with a valid IL driver's license and a pre-employment physical. Work hours are Tue–Sat from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a projected starting date in October 2026.