Horticulture Gardener - Temporary

MGM Resorts International

131d • $21

About The Position

The Temporary Horticulture Gardener will contribute to the overall success and presentation of our properties by helping to enhance the beauty of our outdoor spaces! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day gardening and horticulture operations, ensuring that all landscape areas are meticulously maintained and visually appealing. If you have a passion for nature and a keen eye for detail, this is a great opportunity to contribute to our renowned properties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in commercial landscaping or general labor.
• 1+ year of landscape installation or renovation.

Responsibilities

• Plant and transplant flowers, shrubs, trees, hedges, and other vegetation.
• Expertly prune to maintain shape and promote growth.
• Water adequately considering weather conditions, location, and plant requirements.
• Weed, fertilize, and monitor plant nutrition in flower beds and plant areas.
• Apply chemicals as needed following safety guidelines and regulations.
• Exercise proper horticultural practices and industry standards.
• Install irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants, drainage, and soil composition.
• Monitor and control pests and diseases to prevent damage to plants.
• Clean and maintain outdoor spaces to include rock application, raking, blowing, washing, and similar activities.
• Properly use a variety of manual hand tools such as rakes, hand saws, pruning shears, shovels, hoes, fertilizer spreaders, pesticide sprayers, sod knives, and hedge shears.
• Operate specialized power and motorized equipment such as blowers, hedge trimmers, light tractors, lawnmowers, chainsaws, and rototillers.
• Drive and operate company vehicles, trailers, and/or specialized carts to travel between properties and transport materials and equipment.
• Clean and maintain gardening tools, equipment, and supply areas to ensure good working conditions.

Benefits

• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts.
• Discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in our employee dining room.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities.
• Volunteer opportunities in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees