Resort Groundskeeper

Sun Communities•Memphis, TN

55d

About The Position

Resort Groundskeepers perform a variety of landscaping maintenance and snow removal duties (where applicable). They regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure our resorts are well-maintained and look presentable. Resort Groundskeepers also work to ensure our residents and guests receive quality customer service. On occasion, Resort Groundskeepers may help out with light maintenance work throughout the property.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions requires constant outdoor work
Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
Ability to provide legible written reports
Ability to work well independently as well as a team
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
Must have a valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

6 months in previous groundskeeping experience in the resort industry (Preferred)
Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques

Responsibilities

Ensures lawns are manicured appropriately (Essential)
Regularly treat weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services (Essential)
Picks-up trash and debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties trash in common areas, shoveling, performing maintenance or repair duties, using saws, weed eaters, blowers, mowers, drills or other hand tools (Essential)
Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repairs as needed (Essential)
Reports all resort maintenance issues and concerns that they may identify while performing their daily duties directly to their manager (Essential)
Maintains resort vehicles and equipment (Essential)
Ensures resort is presentable at all times and adheres to Sun's curb appeal standards
If applicable, maintains resort pool(s), testing chemical levels, adjusting appropriately
Safely operates vehicles for the purpose of performing job duties
Follows safety procedures while performing duties
Other duties and special projects as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with multiple plan designs so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
Comprehensive Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
Get paid daily with DailyPay
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Insurance
Legal Assistance Plan
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
Vacation
RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting Sun Outdoors locations across the nation
Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty