Maintenance Groundskeeper

White Point Beach Resort; White Point; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Groundskeeper to join their team in a beautiful beachfront setting. This role requires a dedicated individual who can provide exceptional service to guests while maintaining the resort's outdoor areas. Responsibilities include ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of grounds, monitoring equipment, and adhering to safety standards. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and unique perks, making it an exciting opportunity for those who enjoy working in a vibrant and scenic environment. If you are passionate about hospitality and outdoor maintenance, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Uniform allowance

Subsidized staff accommodation

Use of recreation facilities

Dining Room discounts

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and ability to maintain grounds.
• Knowledge of outdoor equipment and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly service and maintain cleanliness of grounds.
• Monitor outdoor equipment and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Customer Service

Preventative Maintenance

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Completion of Superhost program

Tools

Power Washing Equipment

Outdoor Maintenance Tools

Job description

Work at White Point: Maintenance Groundskeeper

Position: Maintenance Groundskeeper

Job Start Date: Immediately

Must reside and be able to legally work in Canada

Located on Nova Scotia’s picturesque South Shore, White Point is a quintessential beachfront holiday experience – all year round. The Main Lodge is the heart of the property – sprawling, yet cozy, with crackling wood fires and warm, maritime hospitality.

Role Summary

To provide efficient service to internal & external guests.

Responsibilities

• Providing efficient, attentive and friendly service to the guest
• Adherence to established departmental and company standards
• Practices good customer relations
• Quality of grooming
• Quality of friendliness and sensitivity to guests’ needs
• Quality of service provided
• Degree of guest acceptance and satisfaction
• Quality of coordinating with peers and results achieved

Requirements

• Completes elements required of preventative maintenance program for grounds, including lawns, gardens, flowerbeds, walkways, and parking areas on the resort property, power washing buildings.
• Responsible for monitoring condition of outdoor equipment (benches, swings, outside games – horseshoes, shuffleboard, beach volleyball court area, playground)
• Maintains the condition of the property to the established standard
• Reports to work on time and in full uniform
• Has complete knowledge of all equipment required to use
• Knowledge of services offered in the hotel
• Maintenance and cleanliness of all staff and public areas designated “grounds”
• Maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and storage spaces
• Maintenance and organization of supplies
• Greeting other staff & guests in a friendly manner
• Other duties as assigned by management respecting departmental priority list
• Informs manager of guest comments promptly
• Appearance and Grooming
  • Clean uniform
  • Neat hairstyle
  • Clean fingernails
  • Safe footwear must be worn in all seasons
  • Shower daily
  • Use of scent-free cologne / deodorant
  • Name tag
  • Jewelry to not exceed one ring and one watch. Safety gloves to cover.
• Preparation for Shift
  • Checks with supervisor for day’s priorities
  • Checks requisitions for maintenance orders pertaining to grounds
  • Completes Engineering Daily Task Form daily (ENG022) as requested by acting Supervisor
• Public and Staff Areas
  • Maintains all parking areas and walkways as outlined in departmental and occupational health & safety standards
  • Maintains cleanliness of grounds, parking areas, garbage receptacles
  • Storage spaces kept clean and organized
• Equipment
  • Ensures the state of the equipment is maintained through preventative maintenance and careful use
  • Protects the security of the equipment with proper and secure storage after use
  • Follows all safety procedures required to avoid any risk to person or equipment
• Use of Social Skills
  • Greets guests
  • Addresses guests
  • Converses with guests
  • Deals with complaints
  • Handles difficult customers
  • Works harmoniously with colleagues and management
  • Addresses accidents to guests and staff
• Orientation
  • Property information
  • Knowledge of hotel and other facilities
  • Knowledge of management structure
  • Knowledge of management’s and employee rights
  • Knowledge of work schedule
  • Knowledge of employee benefits
  • Knowledge of fire procedures
  • Knowledge of accident hazards
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
• Completion of Superhost program plus one-day general company orientation program
• Member of Occupational Health and Safety Committee (one per department)

This position includes a comprehensive benefit package and uniform allowance. From single subsidized staff accommodation to use of our recreation facilities to discounts in the Dining Room, there are many perks to working at White Point, than simply being at the beach every day. Check out our White Point Employee Program.

White Point Beach Resort is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. WPBR is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.