Groundskeeper

FORT PONTCHARTRAIN•Kidder Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Groundskeeper performs basic maintenance tasks associated with achieving a high standard of grooming of the properties’ grounds and for ensuring the efficient operation of the property on a daily basis. The Grounds-Maintenance Crew Member will ensure the growth and vibrancy of our plants, flowers, lawn, and decorative shrubs. The Grounds-Maintenance Crew Member will water, fertilize, and prune to remove damaged or dying plant life. The candidate can expect to work outdoors in a mix of weather conditions, and be able to perform maintenance duties to ensure employee safety during inclement weather by removing debris, snow, and ice from communal walkways and spaces.

Requirements

Operate push or riding lawnmowers
Water all plants and lawn
Spread fertilizer, plant food, mulch, and other materials around plants
Remove weeds and dead plants
Prune overgrown limbs and leaves
Operate string trimmer and edger
Use leaf blower
Treat lawn and landscaping with pesticides
Maintain existing landscaping design
Plant new flowers, bushes, plants, and decorative shrubs
Rake fallen leaves and remove debris
Keep pedestrian areas removed of snow and ice
Operate snow blowers or other equipment
Remove tree limbs, overgrowth, and other hazards
Ensure outdoor furniture, décor, and lighting is maintained
Properly store and handle all equipment, tools, sprinklers, etc.
Oversee maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, and hardscape walkways
Picking up trash and garbage
Putting up and taking down of awnings
Cleaning gutters
Putting up decorations in the resort for Christmas and other occasions or events
Observe condition of vehicles and equipment on a daily basis
Report any routing servicing or maintenance needed to supervisor
Assist in any other recreation maintenance areas as needed
Active work all day long
Being on your feet
Walking
Stretching
Lifting up to 50 pounds
Pushing
Pulling
Climbing ladders
Mowing
Digging
Work takes place primarily outside
Work in all types of adverse weather conditions, including heat, rain, snow and cold
Work schedule includes holidays, weekends, nights and varied shifts
Work involving power equipment
Outside physical labor
Use of mild insecticides and herbicides
Avoid over exposure to heat and cold
Take precautionary measures against insects by using an insect repellent, proper attire, etc.

Nice To Haves

May operate heavier tractor equipment if needed
Operate heavier snow blowers or other equipment as needed

Responsibilities

Operate push or riding lawnmowers; may operate heavier tractor equipment if needed
Water all plants and lawn, and ensure all plants are evenly covered
Spread fertilizer, plant food, mulch, and other materials around plants
Remove weeds and dead plants; prune overgrown limbs and leaves
Operate string trimmer and edger to remove overgrowth and keep outdoor area tidy
Use leaf blower to clear walkways and pedestrian areas after lawn maintenance
Treat lawn and landscaping with pesticides to remove harmful insects
Maintain the existing landscaping design and ensure plant survival
Plant new flowers, bushes, plants, and decorative shrubs
Rake fallen leaves and remove debris
Keep pedestrian areas removed of snow and ice
Operate heavier snow blowers or other equipment as needed
Remove tree limbs, overgrowth, and other hazards
Ensure outdoor furniture, décor, and lighting is maintained and good working order
Properly store and handle all equipment, tools, sprinklers, etc.
Oversee maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, and hardscape walkways
Other miscellaneous grounds maintenance tasks such as picking up trash and garbage; putting up and taking down of awnings; cleaning gutters
Putting up decorations in the resort for Christmas and other occasions or events
Observe condition of vehicles and equipment on a daily basis. Report any routing servicing or maintenance needed to supervisor
Assist in any other recreation maintenance areas as needed
Weekends and Holidays required