Most Opulent Venue Award - LuxeLife Magazine
Most Opulent Venue Award - LuxeLife Magazine
GROUNDS KEEPER - MASTER GARDENER
The starting pay range for this position begins at $16.75/hour but is based on the level of qualifications and relevant experience above the minimum requirements ($16.75 - $18.50/hr). Full Time: a position working 35+ hours per week.
This is a mid-level staff position with responsibilities for grounds and turf maintenance and appearance along with routine equipment operation and maintenance, . This position includes the mowing, maintaining and improving of turf areas on the estate. Other grounds duties include but are not limited to snow and ice removal from pathways, roads and parking areas, cleanup of storm debris, general trash and debris cleanup, routine maintenance of all shrubs/trees/flowering plants, planting and irrigation duties. In addition, staff will assist with special projects and events as required.
Schedule is typically Mon-Fri from 9am to 4:30pm but can vary.
Benefits include:
Essential Job Duties:
1. Mow and trim turf areas using mowers. Use of string and blade trimmer, backpack blowers, edgers, aerifier, hedge clippers, punning shears, shovels, rakes and other hand tools necessary for task completion.
2.Turf establishment and management including aerification, lime and fertilizer application, pesticide application, top-dressing and other standard turf maintenance practices.
3. Performs other basic grounds maintenance duties including but not limited to: general cleanup, trash removal, weeding, sawing, hauling and handling brush.
4. Grading soils to ensure proper drainage and turf growth.
5. Complies with all safety procedures related to duties.
6. Assists guests in a positive, courteous manner.
7. Works in an efficient, productive manner.
8. Follows instructions, written or verbal.
9. Applies pesticides or fertilizers with minimal supervision.
10. Works efficiently with minimal supervision.
11. Evaluates the needs of the gardens and performs essential duties such as but not limited to: Deadheading and pruning of all the appropriate plants and flowering shrubs; Planning and designing of future gardens and their irrigation paths (offers suggestions to better beautify the grounds and gardens); Repairs and modifies irrigation when needed (winterizing irrigation when appropriate); Performs frequent analysis of soil for ph and nutrient deficiencies; Inspects plants carefully to identify and solve problems such as diseases, overwatering, insect infestation, ect.
Additional Responsibilities:
1. Appraises turfgrass condition and makes suggestions for improvement in their area related to turf grass maintenance operations.
2. Application of pesticides for control of vegetation or other pests.
3. Attends and successfully completes a variety of training sessions related to job performance as required.
4. Provide support and assistance for other departments.
5. Assists in training other employees when appropriate.
6. Safely operates chain saws for removing fallen trees, brush from landscapes.
7. Assists other departments with holiday and other special events.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma. A two-year college degree and/or 2 years related on the job training. Industry acknowledged certifications and designations are preferred. B.S in Horticultural field preferred.
2. At least two (2) years of turf maintenance experience. The ideal candidate will have had prior turf maintenance experience in a public setting. An equivalent amount of related experience or education may be considered.
3. Knowledge of current turfgrass maintenance practices.
4. Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently with little supervision.
5. Demonstrated commitment to providing world class guest service (internal and external).
6. Ability to exercise good judgment and be proactive; must be comfortable with and able to take initiative as appropriate.
7. Ability to safely operate small equipment such as edgers ,mowers and specialized equipment such as lifts and tractors as needed.
8. Ability to become WPS certified within 10 days of hire.
9. Acquire a pesticide license within 6 months of hire.
10. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be at least 18 years of age.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time; must be able to kneel, stoop, bend, reach below and overhead.
2. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
3. Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding as needed.
4. Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather with fluctuations in temperature and conditions.
5. Ability to work safely with and around pesticides and other chemicals.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
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Work Location: In person
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