HCCR Groundskeeper III ( Full time; Varied shift)

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort•Cherokee, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort is seeking a Groundskeeper III to maintain and upkeep property landscaping and to complete assigned projects. This role involves endorsing the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment. The Groundskeeper III will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all property landscaping, including applying horticulture chemicals, cultivating, fertilizing, and irrigating landscaped beds and islands, mowing grassed areas, installing new landscaping, trimming trees and shrubs, cleaning parking lots and landscaped areas, and maintaining grounds tools, equipment, and vehicles. The position also requires driving and operating tractors with backhoe and front-end loaders, performing routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. Adherence to State and Federal law regarding waste disposal and understanding agriculture chemical labels are crucial. The role also involves performing pressure washing, being flexible and receptive to change, and participating as a team member by volunteering and providing input. Ethical conduct in accordance with regulatory, departmental, and company policies is expected.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Three years of experience in commercial/resort landscape management required (or) Associates degree in Landscape Management or Horticulture or another closely related field with two years, verifiable, commercial/resort landscape management experience (or) Bachelors degree in Landscape Management or a closely related field with one year, verifiable, commercial/resort landscape management experience
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

Take necessary classes to become certified to work with the chemicals

Responsibilities

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