Groundskeeper

Kewadin Casinos • Sault Ste. Marie, MI

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About The Position

The Groundskeeper works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and performs exterior maintenance and upkeep across the Casino complex and its signage locations. Work includes landscaping, lawn mowing, snow and trash removal, and other groundskeeping projects. The position also provides attentive, cheerful, courteous, and professional customer service to internal and external customers, with the goal of exceeding their expectations.

The role involves maintaining groundskeeping equipment and tools, recognizing safety hazards, and following safe work practices. Physical work may include lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent lifting or carrying of up to 25 pounds, and regular exposure to weather, noise, vibration, and other environmental conditions.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of lawn maintenance and/or snow removal experience.
• Knowledge of equipment used in groundskeeping and snow removal.
• Basic knowledge of safe work practices and safety equipment.
• Knowledge of plants, trees, shrubs, and turf.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards.
• Time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Excellent public relations and customer service skills, with a friendly and positive attitude.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Native American preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick up debris and remove trash throughout the Casino property and at Casino signage locations.
• Weed flowerbeds and water plant beds and containers throughout the Casino property and at Casino signage locations.
• Keep walkways free of snow and ice during cold months.
• Patch holes in walkways, sidewalks, grounds, parking lots, and other assigned locations.
• Monitor and repair the water irrigation system.
• Pressure wash sidewalks and exterior fixtures.
• Mow grass and trim weeds as needed.
• Plant flowerbeds and trim shrubs.
• Inventory and maintain groundskeeping equipment and tools.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Provide courteous, professional customer service to internal and external customers.

What This Job Offers

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