Grounds Tech I

Wind Creek Hospitality; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality is seeking a Grounds Technician I to perform routine and extensive preventative maintenance on grounds, turf, pavements, ponds, pools and fountains. This entry-level role requires physical outdoor work and operation of common lawn care equipment.

The shift runs 6am-2:30pm with potential changes based on business needs; candidates must be able to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays in a casino resort setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within six (6) months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
• Six (6) months of Commercial or Municipal grounds maintenance and/or landscaping experience - required
• Must have a valid and current State Driver's License and an insurable driving record for purposes of driving company vehicles as required
• Must have good hearing and eyesight
• Must have ability to read, write and understand English
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a Tribal Gaming License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) as a requirement for this position
• Must have willingness and ability to work in a smoke/secondary smoke environment

Responsibilities

• Performs work outdoors and some tasks may be performed regardless of weather conditions
• May require working while exposed to loud noises, dirt, dust, tobacco smoke and foul odors
• Work is characterized by the necessity for considerable physical exertion, by close daily contact with unpleasant materials
• Operates edgers, lawn mowers, tractors, spreaders, fertilizers, aerators, and other motorized machinery
• Work involves heavy lifting and exposure to fumes, chemicals and other noxious odors, machinery with moving parts and noise
• Maintains, cleans and dresses the facility and grounds including pools, building's exterior, outside structures and parkway areas.
• Applies chemicals, as directed to clarify and sanitize swimming pools, brushes and cleans all pool surfaces
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job description

Description

Job Overview: 6am-2:30pm (Shift subject to change based on business needs)

The Grounds Technician I performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures as directed on grounds, turf grass, pavements, walkways, amphitheater, ponds, swimming pools and fountains. This is an entry level position.

Description

Job Overview: 6am-2:30pm (Shift subject to change based on business needs)

The Grounds Technician I performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures as directed on grounds, turf grass, pavements, walkways, amphitheater, ponds, swimming pools and fountains. This is an entry level position.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs work outdoors and some tasks may be performed regardless of weather conditions
• May require working while exposed to loud noises, dirt, dust, tobacco smoke and foul odors
• Work is characterized by the necessity for considerable physical exertion, by close daily contact with unpleasant materials
• Operates edgers, lawn mowers, tractors, spreaders, fertilizers, aerators, and other motorized machinery
• Work involves heavy lifting and exposure to fumes, chemicals and other noxious odors, machinery with moving parts and noise
• Maintains, cleans and dresses the facility and grounds including pools, building's exterior, outside structures and parkway areas.
• Applies chemicals, as directed to clarify and sanitize swimming pools, brushes and cleans all pool surfaces
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements: (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within six (6) months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
• Six (6) months of Commercial or Municipal grounds maintenance and/or landscaping experience- required
• Must have a valid and current State Driver's License and an insurable driving record for purposes of driving company vehicles as required
• Must have good hearing and eyesight
• Must have ability to read, write and understand English
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a Tribal Gaming License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) as a requirement for this position
• Must have willingness and ability to work in a smoke/secondary smoke environment

NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE IN HIRING POLICY SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to the office of the President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality.