Landscaper

Ocean House Collection•Westerly, RI

1d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the outdoor areas, including gardens, lawns, pathways, and other landscaped spaces. This role involves performing various landscaping duties, ensuring that the grounds are aesthetically pleasing, safe, and functional. Groundskeeper should have the physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Requirements

Working knowledge of different types of grass, shrubs, seasonal plants and their applications of best use, as well as asset protection during the duration of the maintenance procedure.
Must have a valid drivers license
Knowledge of all tools and equipment respective to job function of garden and grounds keeping.
Knowledge of safe chemical handling, MSDS, PPE’s and proper disposal practices.
Being a team player, while often working alone, there are also occasions when working with others on a variety of maintenance tasks is essential to completing the task.
Punctuality and reliability cannot be stressed enough.
Excellent diagnostics and problem-solving skills are an asset.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy under pressure of tense/confrontational situations.
Uphold the Company standards, policies, and procedures.
Prioritize and organize tasks and work area.
Ability to remain calm and resolve problems using good judgement as interpreted by the management.
Follow directions.
Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
Maintain confidentiality of guest/employee information and pertinent company data.

Nice To Haves

Previous hotel or public occupied space experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete required reports, logs and paperwork as directed by supervisor.
Respond to engineering and maintenance requests, as well as other tasks that may not be directly related to groundskeeper by way of automated system and communicator.
Perform regular maintenance, of lawns including overseeding, thatching, watering (via automated irrigation system), shrub and hedge trimming, weeding, fertilizing, watering of potted plants, mulching, and general cleanup of litter including waste can maintenance.
Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tying down unsecured items, etc.
Maintain adequate minimum inventory of related supplies as directed by supervisor to ensure grounds look aesthetically pleasing to guests.
Perform reviews of related responsibilities to determine appropriate course of action of procedure and product use to perform grounds keeping tasks while conforming to time restraints and guest use of the property.
Responsible for practicing, managing, and promoting the Company’s Statement of Purpose, Service Excellence Pillars, and Declarations so that it becomes an intricate part of the everyday operation.
Represent the Company with a positive attitude and professional presentation.
Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to the Company’s sustainability programs.
Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope, and purpose of this job description which commensurate with the role of the maintenance department.
Responsible for the physical setup and execution of lawn equipment, including but not limited to weed and hedge trimmer, blowers, push mower, zero turn mower, tractor / loader, snowblower, plow.
Clear pathways, walkways, and parking lots of debris, leaves, and snow.
This position is for exterior maintenance and must be comfortable working in various outside conditions.