Group Leader Maintenance Worker/Horticulture - Bld & Grnds

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Total Rewards Program

Be Well program

Job summary

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Group Leader Maintenance Worker with horticulture expertise to supervise grounds staff and coordinate landscape duties. The role includes snow removal support and ensuring a safe, aesthetically pleasing campus environment.

The position requires leadership experience, a valid driver’s license, and pesticide applicator certification. It offers full-time hours, day shift, and a comprehensive benefits package at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Two years in a lead role with prior experience training others in related field/equipment/tools/best practices required.
• Requires a Pesticide Applicators License category core and #23.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and provide an MVR annually.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Maintenance Worker General B staff in landscape and grounds tasks.
• Assign and assist with snow removal activities as needed.
• Maintain a safe, environmentally responsible and attractive campus environment.

Skills

Lead role experience

Supervise staff

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in urban forestry / horticulture / arboriculture

Tools

Skid loader operation

Truck operation (16'–24' truck)

Job description

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Group Leader Maintenance Worker/Horticulture - Bld & Grnds

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Day
Hours:M-F 6:00-8:00a start. varies.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to assign, assist, instruct and check the work of Maintenance Worker General B employees and other assigned staff in landscape and grounds keeping duties while adhering to departmental/organizational standards as well as incorporating best practices, procedures and techniques of the landscaping and grounds keeping professionals. Assign and assist with snow removal activities as required. Perform all campus landscaping and grounds keeping duties to provide a safe, environmentally responsible and pleasing campus environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree in urban forestry, horticulture, arboriculture or a closely related field and one (1) year of related experience or minimum two (2) years of demonstrated commercial/institutional experience and knowledge related to ability to use various tools, best practices, terminology and safety precautions of the landscaping and grounds keeping field required.
• Two (2) years in a lead role with prior experience training others in related field/equipment/tools/best practices required. Must have and must maintain a valid drivers license and provide an MVR annually.
• Requires a Pesticide Applicators License category core & #23.
• Standard test in horticulture knowledge and equipment operations will be administered. A minimum score of 75% must be achieved. This test will include driving a 16' to 24' truck, operation of various landscape/lawn care equipment, and operation of a skid loader.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.