Experienced Grounds Crew - Spring/Summer 2026

Coons Franklin Lodge • Woodruff, WI

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Coons Franklin Lodge is excited to announce an opening for an Experienced Grounds Crew member for the Spring/Summer of 2026! As a historic lodge situated on the beautiful shores of Trout Lake, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional experiences for our guests in a stunning natural environment. In this role, you will leverage your prior knowledge and skills in grounds maintenance to contribute to the upkeep of our picturesque grounds. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring that our outdoor areas are well-maintained, safe, and inviting for guests. You will lead and assist in various tasks such as landscaping, planting, mowing, and all-around grounds upkeep. If you have a passion for outdoor work and a desire to create beautiful spaces for people to enjoy, this position is perfect for you. Join our dedicated team and help us make Coons Franklin Lodge a truly extraordinary place for our visitors!

Requirements

• Proven experience in groundskeeping or landscaping is essential
• Strong knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and safety protocols
• Ability to operate a variety of landscaping equipment and tools
• Physical stamina to perform strenuous outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Excellent attention to detail and quality in all tasks
• Effective communication and leadership skills for team collaboration
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and presentation
• Utilize landscaping tools and equipment effectively and safely
• Assist in the planning and execution of planting, weeding, and seasonal decorating
• Conduct regular inspections of the grounds, reporting any hazards or areas needing attention
• Train and guide less experienced team members on proper maintenance techniques
• Collaborate with management to enhance the overall guest experience through beautiful outdoor spaces

Benefits

• One of the best parts of working at Coons is that we offer dorm-style housing. Some of our rooms are right on the water with breathtaking views of the lake.
• Mornings are busy for our staff with our wood and ice service to each cabin, breakfast and lunch service, waterfront and housekeeping. Most staff is off in the afternoons before dinner service. This is the best time to be off work and either sitting on the dock, waterskiing or hitting the bike trails. Our most successful employees return year after year because of the hospitality and respect they are shown by the Coons family.
• We provide dorm-style housing and 3 staff meals a day. We can accommodate most dietary requests. Room and board will be deducted from your paycheck at the rate of $65 per week.
• Staff can join in our guest Yoga class In the Lodge, Tuesdays at 10am. You must pre-register with Emily or Sarah due to limited spots available.

What This Job Offers

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