Story Land - Grounds Host

Parques Reunidos•Bartlett, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide. While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. Are you passionate about quality fun and landscaping? Do you enjoy creating living art that enhances the outdoor scenery? If you are ready to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to a quality guest experience, a position within the Grounds department may be a great fit for you! Grounds Host duties include but are not limited to watering plants, weed whacking, trash removal, following safety regulations, and performing various cleaning tasks. Working as a Grounds Host is the perfect way to gain valuable experience in landscaping, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. We are currently looking for a: Story Land - Grounds Host Roles & Responsibilities:

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with New Hampshire Child Labor Laws
Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must be available to work at the park during non-operating hours, including the hours prior to the park opening each day.
Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
Ability to safely and efficiently operate motorized vehicles and equipment
Ability to comply with all uniform policies
Must be able to safely and expertly operate a variety of hand and power landscaping tools, including lawn mowers, trimmers, and weed whackers
Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, or squat for long periods of time
Ability to remain on feet for majority of the workday
Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 50 pounds or more
Ability to tolerate high-decibel noise related to power equipment
Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, move objects/tools
Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away
Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English

Nice To Haves

Previous landscaping experience preferred but not required
Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Envision and create artistic landscapes that are pleasing and visually appealing to guests.
Assist with general repair and maintenance of park grounds, including, but not limited to, landscaping and midway clean up
Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for hosts and guests
Perform a wide variety of landscaping functions, including watering, weed whacking, pruning, trimming topiaries, leaf raking, and lawnmowing
Assist with the removal of trash, brush, branches, and trees
Assist with snow removal and salting roadways and walkways
Maintain waterways, ponds, decorative pools, and fountains, as needed
Empty fire pits and clean campsites
Assist with the management of sanitation and recycling programs
Assist in site preparation, plantings (all plant types – from large trees to small annuals), mulch and topsoil application, loading and unloading materials and tools and hauling equipment
Continuously monitor outdoor spaces and midways for safety hazards (e.g. loose branches, tripping hazards, etc.)
Monitor and stock landscaping supplies, as needed
Assist with the preparation and set-up of picnic, catering, and employee party areas, when requested
Perform other roles throughout the park to meet scheduling needs, including ride operators, Park Services team, or other park positions, as needed
All other duties assigned by leadership