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Lead Gardener – Grounds – Kettering Jobs in New York, New York, USA at Kettering Health Network
Position: Lead Gardener – Grounds – Kettering – FT/Days
Location: New York
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.
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Kettering Health Main Campus
Kettering Health Main Campus, formerly Kettering Medical Center, is the flagship hospital of Kettering Health and has been serving Kettering, Ohio and the Greater Dayton area since 1964.
The facility includes the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Heart Hospital, maternity service with a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), andlevel II Emergency Care.
In 2020, KH Main Campus received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
Received 4 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
Awarded as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health in 2020.
Kettering received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Health grades ).
Accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department.
465-bed hospital (includes newborn beds)
Responsibilities & Requirements
Under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor, the lead gardener will function and work as a gardener maintaining KH grounds, walks & roadways including; mowing, planting and caring for plants, watering, pruning, pest management, equipment maintenance and grounds cleanliness. In addition, the lead gardener will assign daily work schedules and provide onsite direction for gardeners, groundskeepers, and contracted labor. The lead gardener will also function as the direct line of contact for the facility they are assigned, identifying any issues on the property, reporting them to the Grounds Supervisor or Grounds Manager in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills
Communication
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Dependability
Essential Functions
Maintains KH grounds, walks & roadways including; mowing, planting and caring for plants, watering, pruning, pest management, equipment maintenance and grounds cleanliness
Assigns daily schedule and coordinates the work for employees and/or contractors performing gardening and grounds duties
Keeps supervisor informed of the work performed by employees and contractors and reports any issues with the property they are assigned
Uses required tools and equipment skillfully and safely
Effectively follows and gives directions
Evaluates work methods and productivity of gardening tasks
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
5-8 years of landscaping experience required.
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Title: Lead Gardener – Grounds – Kettering
Company: Kettering Health Network
Location: New York, New York, USA
Category: Maintenance/Cleaning, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
