Grounds Technician - Blackberry Mountain

Blackberry Farm, LLC.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Blackberry Mountain is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain outdoor grounds and support guest experiences on the property in Walland, TN. The role requires interaction with guests and daily maintenance across verandas, pools, and trails.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of outdoor lawn care or landscaping experience, plus a valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of outdoor lawn care or landscaping experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests accordingly.
• Perform daily tasks at verandas, pool, tennis courts, boathouse, bonfire circle, kitchen, and service center.
• Manicure lawn areas, landscape plants, and mulched areas under supervision.
• Fertilize lawn areas and landscape plants under supervision.
• Water plant material as necessary.
• Remove debris from paved surfaces.
• Leaf and snow removal.
• Perform manual and chemical weed control.
• Maintain and construct hiking trails.
• Maintain all equipment.
• Perform landscape installations.
• Operate a tractor and be able to use bush hog, box blade, and other assorted tractor implements under supervision.
• Winter road maintenance.
• Driving 26 ft box trucks.
• Using ladders.
• Pulling trailers.
• Event setup.
• Maintain pool cleanliness and chemicals.

Skills

Lawn care

Landscaping

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Grounds Technician - Blackberry MountainApplylocations: Walland, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100398**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!** We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.1507 E. Millers Cove RdWalland, TN 37886The starting pay rate for this position is $16.00 to $20.00 per hourThe Grounds Technician is responsible for ensuring optimal guest experience by maintaining all outdoor grounds areas. Must have weekend availability. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Interact with guests accordingly • Perform daily tasks at verandas, pool, tennis courts, boathouse, bonfire circle, kitchen, and service center • Manicure lawn areas, landscape plants, and mulched areas under supervision • Fertilize lawn areas and landscape plants under supervision • Water plant material as necessary • Remove debris from paved surfaces • Leaf and snow removal • Perform manual and chemical weed control • Maintain and construct hiking trails • Maintain all equipment • Perform landscape installations • Operate a tractor and be able to use bush hog, box blade, and other assorted tractor implements under supervision • Winter road maintenance • Driving 26 ft box trucks • Using ladders • Pulling trailers • Event setup • Maintain pool cleanliness and chemicals Must comply with all company policies and procedures. Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position. Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE • High School diploma or equivalent • 1-2 years of experience in outdoor lawn care or landscaping • Valid driver’s license LANGUAGE SKILLS • Must be able to effectively communicate with other team members, guests, and managers MATHEMATICAL SKILLS • Basic knowledge and understanding of math REASONING ABILITY • Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. • Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions • Must be able to be on feet for an extended period • Must be able to walk several miles of hiking trails • Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely WORK ENVIRONMENT • May occasionally be asked to go outside in all weather conditions