Lead Grounds & Maintenance Supervisor - Horticulture

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

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.