Grounds Tech I

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Burnet Campus is seeking a full-time Grounds Maintenance Technician to keep outdoor areas safe and welcoming. You will maintain parking lots, turf, and sidewalks while supporting plant health and campus aesthetics.

Responsibilities include restriping garages and lots, snow removal, pruning, and operating grounds equipment. A valid driver's license is required; pesticide licensing training may be provided if needed. Starting pay is $18.16–$22.25 per hour for 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior related experience required.
• Participation in obtaining Pesticide Applicators License if necessary.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Restripe all garages and parking lots and special designated areas on CCHMC campus locations.
• Maintain/ enhance turf areas with proper mowing/ fertilization procedures.
• Remove snow and ice.
• Maintain parking lots and sidewalks to ensure clear and safe passages.
• Maintain garages for cleanliness and removal of all trash and debris.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment with proficiency.
• Assist with pruning of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals to provide an acceptable level of plant health and aesthetics.
• Participate in obtaining Pesticide Applicators Service License if necessary.
• Assist in the maintenance of annual/perennial beds.
• Provide services such as snow removal, grass cutting, pruning, and mulching.
• Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance of all CCHMC grounds in order to provide a safe, clean, and healing environment for patients, families, and employees.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Location

Burnet Campus Department Grounds Shift Day (United States of America) Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40 FTE 1 Employee Status Regular *Expected Starting Pay Range $18.16 - $22.25 *Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Restripe all garages and parking lots and special designated areas on CCHMC campus locations.
• Maintain/ enhance turf areas with proper mowing/ fertilization procedures.
• Remove snow and ice.
• Maintain parking lots and sidewalks to ensure clear and safe passages.
• Maintain garages for cleanliness and removal of all trash and debris.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment with proficiency.
• Assist with pruning of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals to provide an acceptable level of plant health and aesthetics.
• Participate in obtaining Pesticide Applicators Service License if necessary.
• Assist with construction and maintenance of annual/ perennial beds.
• Provide services such as snow removal, grass cutting, pruning, and mulching.
• Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance of all CCHMC grounds in order to provide a safe, clean, and healing environment for patients, families, and employees.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No directly related experience
• Participate in obtaining Pesticide Applicators Service License if necessary.
• Valid driver's license

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children\'s. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America\'s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America\'s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet\u00ae designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation- Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That\’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we\’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future- even for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.