Laborer, Grounds

Churchill Downs Incorporated•Oak Grove, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel is seeking a Laborer, Grounds to maintain its grounds by utilizing all landscaping equipment. This role is responsible for assisting facilities technicians with special projects and regular maintenance, ensuring the upkeep of the property, including buildings and grounds. The skilled laborer performs a variety of tasks for the Facilities and Grounds department under the direct supervision of a higher-level operations or maintenance employee.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.
Maintain a current driver’s license.
Maintaining a professional working relationship among all personnel.
Oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to assume overall responsibility relative to the performance of the department.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in horticulture and landscaping is preferred.

Responsibilities

Cleaning and maintaining landscaping work areas and other job sites as needed.
Grounds upkeep, including general landscaping such as grass cutting, weed eating, bush hogging, planting of shrubs and trees, and pulling weeds.
Providing guest service and relations to ensure a favorable guest experience.
Ensuring the safety and security of Team Members and guests, and facilitating programs to reduce lost-time injuries.
Operating a variety of small stationary equipment such as air compressors, portable generators, concrete mixers, and pumps.
Operating a variety of Heavy Equipment such as water trucks, tractors and tractor implements, and skid loaders.
Operating, maintaining, and making minor repairs to a wide variety of small/large equipment, such as tractors, mowers, and power saws.
Operating automotive equipment, such as pick-up trucks, small vans, or cars.
Assisting skilled mechanics in mechanical work on machinery and building trade operations.
Building forms or structures using bricks, concrete, and stone, and repairing the same.
Other duties as assigned.