Landscapes Equipment Operator

Sandy Lane Hotel•St. James, NC

About The Position

Sandy Lane Hotel is seeking a Landscapes Equipment Operator to oversee landscape and hardscape maintenance on the Sandy Lane Estate. The Equipment Operator reports to the Landscapes Manager. The role involves operating and caring for landscape, construction, and maintenance equipment; maintaining gardens, lawns, hard surfaces, and landscaped areas; and following safe work practices and instructions from team leaders and management.

Requirements

One year of experience in a similar position at a luxury property.
Working knowledge of landscape construction and maintenance practices.
Ability to maintain and operate small hand tools and light power equipment.
Valid Police Certificate of Character.
Valid driver's license to operate light goods vehicles or trucks up to 3½ tons (Category C) or a wheel tractor.
Knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements and risk management.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Good physical condition and ability to work outdoors and perform strenuous duties involving lifting, bending, rotating, stretching, and climbing.

Responsibilities

Operate light and semi-heavy equipment used in landscaping, construction, and maintenance.
Complete sign-in/out forms for equipment and machinery, record their condition, and report malfunctions to the workshop through the immediate supervisor.
Maintain safe and effective working practices while operating equipment.
Fork, weed, edge, shape, prune, and lop garden beds, plant materials, shrubs, and landscaped areas; remove trees and large shrubs.
Clean hard surfaces, roads, walkways, and car parks using a backpack or handheld blower.
Position plants according to instructions.
Mow and trim lawns and grass features using garden mowers and string trimmers.
Water plants using a hose, watering can, water tanker, or automotive irrigation system.
Clean power equipment and hand tools after use, return them to their allocated spaces, and maintain the storage area.
Use appropriate methods to maintain plant health and provide plant protection and labeling as instructed.
Perform simple equipment maintenance, including checking and replenishing oil and fuel, lubricating grease points, checking tire pressure or changing tires, checking cutting performance, and checking safety features.
Keep the uniform neat and clean and wear appropriate safety gear.
Perform other reasonable landscape-related tasks as requested or directed by team leaders and management.