HCCR Groundskeeper III ( Full time; Varied shift)

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort • Cherokee, NC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Maintain and upkeep property landscaping and to complete assigned projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Three years of experience in commercial/resort landscape management required
• Certified Landscape Technician certification required from the Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS)
• North Carolina Certifies Pesticide Applicators License required
• Must pass a required departmental hands-on, skills demonstration exam
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company driver eligibility requirements, including fewer than three moving violations and fewer than three accidents within the past three years, and no disqualifying driving-related incidents within the past three years, including suspension of driving privileges, DUI/DWI convictions, reckless driving convictions, two or more speeding violations exceeding 25 mph over the posted speed limit, or any citation for unlawful cell phone use while operating a vehicle
• Must be 21 years of age or older required
• Ability to drive and operate all types of light trucks and utility vehicles required
• Ability to operate and maintain all types of lawn and garden equipment required
• Ability to maintain and repair basic plumbing and electrical systems required
• Experience with and ability to operate and maintain pressure washer required
• Able to lead small teams of coworkers when completing assigned tasks
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently
• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene
• Documented teamwork behaviors and attitudes
• Experience in the basic principles of landscaping

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in Landscape Management or Horticulture or another closely related field with two years, verifiable, commercial/resort landscape management experience
• Bachelors degree in Landscape Management or a closely related field with one year, verifiable, commercial/resort landscape management experience

Responsibilities

• Endorse the business objectives, ethics and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values
• Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all property landscaping
• Ability to apply horticulture chemicals
• Maintain, cultivate, fertilize, and irrigate landscaped beds and islands
• Mow and cultivate grassed islands and turf areas
• Install new landscaping and renovate existing
• Trim and mow banks and fringe areas as well as property trees and shrubs
• Cut and remove dead plants and trees
• Clean parking lots, beds and landscaped areas
• Maintain grounds tools, equipment and vehicles
• Drive and operate tractors with backhoe and front-end loaders
• Perform routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance checks
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Ensure that all work is performed, and any waste products disposed of, in accordance with State and Federal law
• Understand agriculture chemical labels and/or take necessary classes to become certified to work with the chemicals
• Perform pressure washing as scheduled
• Flexible and receptive to change in work environment and procedure
• Participative member of the team by volunteering and being involved in projects, committees, and task forces by providing input and suggestions
• Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner

What This Job Offers

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