Description

GARDENER Examination

(OPEN) CS2026-105

Application Open Date: 08/14/2026

Application Close Date: 08/31/2026

SALARY: $23.80 - $27.58 per hour.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

This application is not for an immediate opening, by submitting an application you are applying to take a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. To learn more about the Civil Service examinations and Eligible Lists please visit the Cleveland Civil Service Webpage: FAQs | City of Cleveland Ohio

To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting your application. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

WRITTEN EXAMINATION: The exam may be computerized, or a traditional pencil and paper designed to test the objectives of the duties and minimum qualifications of the classification.

Examples of Duties

Under supervision, performs gardening and horticultural work. Supervises laborers and other assistants engaged in gardening work. Performs related duties as required. TYPICAL TASKS: Performs or supervises the production, planting, and maintenance of landscape and ornamental plants, interior plants, and greenhouse plants including tropical plants, flowers, shrubs, trees, and grass. Performs weeding, pruning, and trimming on same. Applies mulch, fertilizers, and pesticides. Cleans and maintains upkeep of park facilities, grounds, and equipment. Plows and clears snow. Supervises the work of seasonal employees. Interacts with the public. Completes reports.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in a Horticulture Field from an accredited college or university, or the equivalent of two years of full-time paid experience in greenhouse, nursery, landscape maintenance, or other related field which includes the operation of landscape maintenance equipment especially vehicles and trailers, walk-behind and riding mowers, spreaders, and spray equipment required. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required. Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License in a horticulture related category (5, 6, or 8 or any of their sub-categories) for State of Ohio required within six months of date of hire.

Supplemental Information

Reminder: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the accepting applications. You must upload these documents at the time of submitting your application or email the documents to CS@Clevelandohio.gov and include the Job Title in the email.

CLEVELAND MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (CMSD) PREFERENCE CREDIT

An applicant who is a graduate of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) and is participating in an open competitive entrance-level examination, as determined by the Commission, shall receive an additional five (5) points upon achieving a passing score, as established in the examination announcement. Applicants must provide acceptable proof of graduation from a CMSD school at the time of application in order to qualify for this credit.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G.Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability. NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.

Reminder: To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

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