Groundskeeper - FULL TIME

The Guest House at Graceland • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Groundskeeper is a full-time position in the Maintenance Department at Graceland. The role maintains lawns, gardens, trees, and shrubbery on Elvis Presley’s properties to support a positive first impression, safety, and appearance. The position works from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with weekends, holidays, evenings, and overtime as required. Flexible and variable hours, including weekends and on-call work, may also be required. Benefits are offered after successful completion of a 60-day introductory period. This is an internal and external promotional recruitment opportunity. Applicants must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

• Past experience in groundskeeping.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance.
• Knowledge of chemicals used for lawns and shrubs.
• Skill and knowledge in using lawn equipment.
• Ability to prioritize and work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to perceive and deal with sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to deal successfully with a wide range of people.
• Good driving record.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and manage competing needs.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods, lift up to 90 pounds, stoop, reach, and climb ladders.
• Ability to work flexible and variable hours, including weekends, holidays, evenings, overtime, and on-call work.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assist the maintenance manager in maintaining healthy, well-maintained lawns, gardens, trees, and shrubbery.
• Follow the manager’s plans when planting flowers, shrubs, and other plants on Elvis Presley’s properties.
• Assist with resolving gardening and landscaping problems or concerns.
• Help ensure the safety and appearance of the grounds.
• Water trees, flowers, grass, and shrubs.
• Mulch flower beds.
• Spray lawns and shrubs with required chemicals.
• Rake leaves and blow driveways and pathways clear of debris.
• Drive equipment to other properties and pick up supplies as needed.
• Assist other departments as required.

Benefits

• Benefits offered after successful completion of a 60-day introductory period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed