Lead Resort Groundskeeper

Do you enjoy being outdoors and working with your hands? We are looking for a Lead Resort Groundskeeper for one of our RV resort locations. You will help us ensure the resort grounds are kept looking well-tended and attractive. Help us make our resort the kind of place guests can't wait to return to.
OVERVIEW
As a Lead Resort Groundskeeper you'll be responsible for performing a variety of landscaping maintenance duties. You'll maintain the irrigation system and regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure the resort is well-maintained and look presentable. You'll also assist with light maintenance work throughout the property, and ensure our residents and guests receive quality customer service.
JOB DUTIES
-Inspect irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repair as needed.
-Ensure the resort landscaping is presentable and inviting at all times, and that it adheres to Sun’s curb appeal standards.
-Maintain water feature and fountain areas requiring specialized care including potted plants and landscape areas on pool decks.
-Maintain landscaping on all model homes and the resort sales center.
-Ensure lawns and recreation areas are manicured appropriately; regularly treat for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers and shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut and removes tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services as necessary.
-Assist manager in establishing and prioritizing the daily work of the groundskeeping team.
-Pick-up trash and debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis; empty trash in common areas as needed.
-Ensure landscape beds are weeded, neatly edged, hedged and trimmed on a daily basis.
-Maintain flowers and plants throughout the resort including discarding and replacing on a regular basis; record number of plants at each location and order plants and flowers as needed.
-Follow safety procedures while performing duties.
-Perform water testing and other maintenance duties related to an irrigation system, well-water system, or on-site water meters, if applicable; ensure water samples are taken on a regular basis.
-Ensure safe storage of hazardous chemicals and/or equipment.
-Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
-High School Education (some HS education required)
-Minimum of 2 years groundskeeping experience, preferably in the resort/hospitality industry
-Demonstrated leadership abilities
-Knowledge of general grounds maintenance techniques
-Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
-Proficient in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
-Ability to provide legible written reports
-Ability to work independently as well as on a team
-Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
-Basic computer proficiency including the ability to use email and internetPERKS & BENEFITS
At Sun Outdoors, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with an award-winning work environment and awesome perks!
-Online access to view and update personal information, review paystubs, annual T4s, and more
-Participation in company-wide SunRewards program
-Team Member Perks & Benefits Program with hundreds of discounts on things like mobile phone service, travel, retail, and more
-Get paid daily with DailyPay
-Access to hundreds of online learning modules via Sun University
-Vacation RV site rent discounts at Sun Outdoors locations nationwide