Gardener II - Grounds

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network Hamilton is seeking a Gardener II to maintain the grounds and landscaped areas of Kettering Health facilities. You will contribute to a safe, welcoming and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff by performing routine landscape care and seasonal maintenance.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of nursery, greenhouse, or grounds maintenance experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of nursery, greenhouse, or professional gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• If applying restricted-use pesticides, obtain a Commercial Applicator License (Ornamental Plant and Shade Tree Pest Control) from the Ohio Department of Agriculture within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains grounds and landscaped areas of Kettering Health facilities to ensure appearance and safety.
• Supports a safe, welcoming, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned and adheres to safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Gardening experience

Grounds maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial Applicator License (Ornamental Plant and Shade Tree Pest Control)

Ohio Department of Agriculture license (Pest Control)

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Hamilton | Hamilton | Full Time | First Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Gardener II supports a safe, welcoming, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff by maintaining the grounds and landscaped areas of Kettering Health facilities. This role ensures the appearance and safety of outdoor spaces through routine care, seasonal maintenance, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program. High school diploma or equivalent. Two to four years of experience in nursery, greenhouse, or professional gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance. Valid driver's license. If applying restricted-use pesticides, must obtain a Commercial Applicator License (Ornamental Plant and Shade Tree Pest Control category) from the Ohio Department of Agriculture within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or certification in horticulture, arboriculture, floriculture, entomology, or plant pathology. Experience working in a healthcare, institutional, or campus setting. Current Commercial Applicator License (Ornamental Plant and Shade Tree Pest Control category) from the Ohio Department of Agriculture.