Grounds Tech I

Wind Creek Hospitality; East Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 25,416 - 31,340; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality is searching for a Grounds Technician I located in East Hazel Crest, Illinois. This role involves performing preventative maintenance on grounds and landscape areas, operating light vehicles and landscaping equipment, and ensuring the cleanliness and safety of outdoor areas.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 21 years old, and possess grounds maintenance experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Six months of commercial or municipal grounds maintenance experience is required.
• Must possess a valid State Driver’s License with an insurable driving record.
• Willingness to work odd hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and extensive maintenance on landscaping and grounds.
• Operate light vehicles and portable power tools safely.
• Participate in snow-removal operations as necessary.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Ability to operate heavy machinery

Adaptability to changing priorities

Proficient in English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grounds-care equipment

Light vehicles (pick-up trucks, tractors)

Job description

Job Overview

The Grounds Technician I performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on grounds, parking garages, turf grass, shrubs, trees, and other plants, including courtyards; and on fences, roadways, driveways, parking lots, pavements, walkways, amphitheaters, ponds, and fountains to support operations and sustain Casino buildings and infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete all outdoor work, even in adverse weather conditions.
• Perform tasks related to grounds and landscape care, such as seeding, watering, mulching, and transplanting; inspect plant materials for insects, disease, and damage; prune, trim, and cultivate trees, shrubs, ground cover, and flowers; store and care for bulbs and cuttings in winter.
• Maintain lawns by mowing with riding or push mowers; trim and edge around trees and buildings; weed, thin, and clean flower beds; and set up, adjust, repair, and clean irrigation systems.
• Carry out general maintenance and repairs of Casino buildings, including installing, removing, repairing, and maintaining landscape lighting, signs, cables, chains, barricades, gates, bicycle racks, posts, fences, and rock walls; repair roadways, parking lots, athletic fields, tennis courts, track, and artificial turf as needed.
• Remove trash and debris from public areas by inspecting grounds, drains, and manhole covers; rake, sweep, bag leaves and debris; and transport trash to central collection points daily.
• Pressure wash horizontal, vertical, and overhead surfaces.
• Paint and stripe parking surfaces and other areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of parking garage stairwells, elevator landings, and vestibules.
• Use hazard cleaning products safely and safeguard storm drains from harmful runoff per the Clean Act.
• Operate light vehicles (pick‑up trucks, tractors, street sweepers, riding mowers) and portable power tools such as saws, pressure washers, grass trimmers, snow/leaf blowers, sprayers, and paint machines, obeying traffic laws and wearing appropriate protective gear.
• Assist in preventing accidents from snow or ice by removing mowing decks, installing snow‑removal equipment, operating snow blowers, tractors, or mowers, and shoveling or spreading sand, salt, or other substances.
• Participate in snow‑removal operations with general‑purpose, specialized, or heavy‑duty vehicles such as trunks, stake beds, dump trucks, backhoes, and loaders.
• Ensure all maintenance equipment is operational through routine cleaning and preventative maintenance.
• Perform routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on parking decks.
• When outdoor work is impossible, perform indoor duties such as replacing and disposing of light bulbs, painting walls and furniture, providing custodial services, and making minor carpentry, plumbing, or electrical repairs.
• Prepare written materials (repair status logs, activity logs, etc.) to document activities and communicate information.
• Inform management of procedures and work‑order status for compliance with health and building regulations.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars as required.
• Request equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and ensure availability.
• Work under limited supervision, adhere to standardized practices, and manage within a defined budget, coordinating with other work units when necessary.
• Demonstrate a positive, cooperative attitude, appropriate grooming and attire, and a strong work ethic.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance and 100 pounds with assistance.
• Operate in extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and dusty environments, often outdoors.
• Handle exposure to chemicals, lubricants, and hazardous materials used in maintenance operations.
• Occupy spaces that may involve moderate discomfort or risk, such as operating heavy machinery, wearing protective gear, and dealing with environmental discomfort.
• Follow local health regulations and the Clean Act regarding storm drains.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; or currently enrolled and expected to complete a GED program within six months of hire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Six months of commercial or municipal grounds maintenance and/or landscaping experience required.
• Valid and current State Driver’s License with an insurable driving record for operating company vehicles.
• Good hearing and eyesight.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and understanding English.
• Willingness to work odd and irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel and attend training as necessary.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, communicate with diverse groups, meet deadlines, work independently and as part of a team, and comply with OSHA/Illinois 29 CFR Parts 1910 standards.
• Proficiency in operating grounds‑care equipment, planning and managing projects, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to safety practices.
• Must obtain and maintain an Occupational License pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board.

Base Pay and Benefits

• Pay range: $18.45 – $22.75 per hour, depending on experience and skill set.
• Full‑time benefit offerings include group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a flexible spending account (FSA) option; an Employee Assistant Program (EAP); paid time off; a 401(k) with matching; shift differential; and discretionary quarterly bonuses.