Gardener - Bellagio

MGM Resorts International

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years of age
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required
• 1+ years of prior relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required
• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays is required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledgeable of fresh floral product and design technique is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform the day-to-day operations of the Bellagio property, ensuring that all exterior areas, landscapes, and gardens are aesthetically pleasing, safe, and well-maintained.
• Perform general landscaping duties, maintain plant health and irrigation systems, and assist with seasonal displays to uphold Bellagio’s world-class presentation standards.
• Plant, transplant, fertilize, water, prune, weed and apply chemicals to flower beds and plant areas; maintain annuals, turf, trees, and shrubs by exercising proper horticultural practices, and monitor plant nutrition by checking soil, fertilizer, moisture, and overall appearance.
• Inspect work area to identify any potential safety hazards and ensure the landscape meets appearance standards.
• Properly use a variety of manual hand tools and equipment such as rakes, loppers, hand saws, pruning shears, shovels, hoes, fertilizer spreaders, pesticide sprayers, sod knifes and hedge shears.
• Drive/Operate company vehicles or specialized carts to travel between properties and transport materials and equipment, unload and inspect inventory as they are received.
• Operate specialized power and motorized equipment such as blowers, hedge trimmers, light tractors, lawn mowers, lawn edgers, chainsaws, aerial lifts, forklifts, turf aerators, roto-tillers and forkliftts.
• Ensure appropriate pest management and irrigation management practices.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED