Resort Groundskeeper

About the role

This is a seasonal position from May - October.

Responsibilities

• Ensure lawns are manicured appropriately
• Regularly treat weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services
• Pick up trash and debris from common areas and streets
• Empty trash in common areas
• Perform maintenance or repair duties
• Able to use saws, weed eaters, blowers, mowers, drills, or other handheld tools
• Inspect the irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly and repair as needed
• Report all resort maintenance issues and concerns that they may identify while performing their daily duties directly to their manager
• Maintain resort vehicles and equipment
• Maintain resort pool(s) by testing chemical levels and adjusting appropriately if applicable
• Follow safety procedures while performing duties and operating vehicles

Qualifications

• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques
• Proficient skills in operating various handheld tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
• 6 months of previous groundskeeping experience in the resort industry is preferred