Seasonal Maintenance Gardener

JOB SUMMARY: The Groundskeeper is responsible for providing the most pristine grounds possible.

ACCOUNTABILITIES: The Groundskeeper will ensure that the property is maintained in the best possible condition, with the least inconvenience to guests.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

· Must have a good working knowledge and a minimum of 1 year experience in at least one trade.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:

· Hand and power tools, tractor, ride on mower, push lawn mower, edger, rakes and other gardening tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Long hours sometimes required.

· Very Heavy work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.

· Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.

· Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.

· Must have ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from various sources and consider, adjust, or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.

· Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.

OTHER ABILITIES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE:

DUTIES & FUNCTIONS

ESSENTIAL:

· Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner.

· Responsible for planting flower beds, pruning trees and shrubs

· Maintain walkways and removing debris

· Responsible for all lawn maintenance care including mowing, watering and raking

· Perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required

· Encourages safety and proper usage of equipment

· Maintain regular attendance as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.

· Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper business attire and nametag when working.

MARGINAL:

· Must be able and willing to paint as needed.

· Other duties as required.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 4-5 months

Salary: $14.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person