Groundskeeper

GATEWAY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality service provider in Ames, Iowa, seeks a groundskeeper to maintain property aesthetics through lawn care and landscaping. Responsibilities include mowing, tending to plants, cleaning outdoor areas, and performing seasonal tasks like snow removal. The ideal candidate should demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently. Join a team dedicated to exemplary service standards and a commitment to the environment.

Responsibilities

• Keep lawns and grass well-manicured.
• Tend to plants, trees, and shrubs.
• Clean and maintain landscaped areas and parking lots.
• Complete snow removal tasks as needed during winter.
• Perform routine maintenance on power equipment.
• Apply fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides as directed.

Job description

Job Purpose:

Maintain Gateway’s property and land for aesthetic purposes. Assist with indoor facilities tasks as required.

Essential Functions:

• Keep lawns and grass well-manicured, including mowing, weeding, raking, and planting
• Tend to the plants, trees and shrubs; ensuring their health and keeping them trimmed
• Clean and maintain landscaped areas, paved areas, paths, walkways and parking lots; including litter removal, leaf and debris removal and pressure cleaning
• Complete snow removal tasks such as shoveling sidewalks, steps, and doorways as needed during winter months
• Perform routine maintenance on power equipment
• Apply fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides as directed
• Lead in delivering the GATEway service standards and exemplifying Gateway Values
• Maximize productivity by working efficiently and in a timely manner
• Maintain inherent attention to detail and look for ways to continually improve
• Performs other related duties as assigned