Landscape Gardener

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6/25/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Landscape Gardener

Salary

$15.13 - $22.70 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

1149 State Park Road
Lucas, KY 42156 USA

Description

Join the team as a Landscape Gardener at Barren River Lake State Resort Park!

Come for a job, stay for a career. If you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career, where you can work in a positive work-family environment and be part of a fun-loving team, we would love to review your application for Landscape Gardener. We are currently seeking a full-time Landscape Gardener to work in the Golf Maintenance division at Barren River Lake State Resort Park.

Barren River Lake State Resort Park is comprised of a lodge, cottages’, restaurant, convention center, 18-hole golf course, pool, nature center and hiking trails.

Primary duties of the Landscape Gardener Position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains the land and plant life of an 18-hole golf course.
• Mows and manicures all tees, fairways, putting greens and rough areas of an 18-hole golf course.
• Checks, removes and repairs any deterioration or hazards that include fallen trees, flooding, damaged paths, or sinkholes.
• Uses manual and power operated equipment.
• Greets guests and golfers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Provides a quality product, ensuring that golfers have a positive experience.

The Kentucky Department of Parks offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package for full-time employees. Some benefits are:

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Park familiarization at other State Parks
• Training and career development opportunities
• Employee discounts

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Operate power equipment. Exposed to substances commonly associated with landscaping (pesticides, fertilizers, etc.). Exposed to loud noises and sharp objects.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Carlet Hagan at carlet.hagan@ky.gov or 270-646-2151.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D