Asst. Supv., Horticulture

Entertainment Places; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Life Insurance and Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA – Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is seeking enthusiastic Ambassadors to perform diverse horticultural and grounds keeping tasks at the park. You will supervise ambassadors, provide feedback, and operate heavy equipment to maintain pristine grounds in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.

This role requires at least 18 years old, a driver’s license, and ability to lift 50 lbs. Training, safety, and PPE usage are emphasized; park hours vary with season.

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• Horticulture experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain park driver’s license.
• Lift 50 lbs or more.
• Detail oriented; able to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Able to complete trainings and certifications within timelines.
• MS Office knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds keeping and horticultural tasks including watering, weeding, planting, pruning, mulching, and mowing.
• Supervise ambassadors; provide performance feedback and development discussions.
• Operate and maintain equipment (mowers, trimmers, tractors, etc.).
• Prepare for cold weather and storms; repair weather damage.
• Maintain a safe, clean, professional workplace and guest service.
• Ensure compliance with Child Labor Laws regarding breaks and hours.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do:

• Perform diverse horticultural, grounds keeping and greenhouse tasks, such as watering, weeding, planting, transplanting, pruning, mulching, and mowing
• Provide supervision and training of ambassadors in carrying out grounds keeping operations and provide performance feedback, counseling, and developmental discussions
• Operate and maintain equipment: mowers, augers, trimmers, shears, tillers, utility carts, water tanks, tractors, forklift, etc.
• Perform tasks related to cold-weather protection as well as preparation for storms and perform repair work for any weather damage or other damage
• Maintain a safe, clean, professional workplace
• Provide exemplary service to guests and team members.
• Ensure compliance of Child Labor Laws with regards to breaks, lunches and hours worked per day
• Assist with other duties as assigned

What it Takes to Succeed:

• At least 18 years old
• Horticulture experience greatly preferred
• Leadership experience preferred
• A valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a park driver’s license
• Ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Detail oriented, able to handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast-paced environment under general supervision
• Ability to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements to include but not limited to passing required tests and certifications within established timelines
• Available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours, typically Mon-Fri, 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and reporting unsafe situations
• Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time
• Willingness to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications preferred

Compensation:

$16.50 Per Hour

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance Life Insurance Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.