Grounds Person

About the role

Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Spa in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, provides an amazing work environment with refreshing mountain breezes and spectacular views. As a member of the team, you will meet and engage with guests who have arrived to enjoy all the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer and help them experience world-class amenities such as the state-of-the-art Wild Bear Falls water park. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you'll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Responsibilities

• Operate pickup truck and/or a golf cart in daily work
• Empty all trash cans at pools, three story buildings and team member parking lot as needed
• Dispose of grease and cooking oil in proper containers
• Pick up trash from curbs on property and surrounding areas to highway
• Sweep curbs and sidewalks
• Clean grounds and remove litter
• Empty trash cans in the public area building
• Empty dumpsters
• Operate trash compactor
• Break down cardboard items and places in appropriate containers
• Leave work area in a clean, neat and safe condition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid TN drivers license in order to operate company golf cart
• Follow instructions without close supervision
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Required to pass a background screen, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members' Dependents After 1 Year of Service
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact