Groundskeeper

Hotel Leveque; Fontana-on-Geneva Lake (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Groundskeeper at a premier resort situated on the beautiful shores of Geneva Lake. As part of our team, you will engage in vital manual tasks associated with the maintenance and enhancement of resort grounds while ensuring outstanding service and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Employee discounts on property and at other properties

Guest room discounts for friends and family

Free meals with every shift

On the job training

Medical, dental, and life insurance for full-time employees

401K and more for full-time employees

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of horticulture landscape experience is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted and work effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual tasks related to grounds maintenance and improvement.
• Assist with planting, pruning, and maintenance of ornamental plants.
• Daily activities include trash removal and seasonal plant material rotation.

Skills

Knowledge of grounds maintenance methods

Ability to operate landscape equipment

Identification of pests and diseases

Ability to identify plant material

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in horticulture preferred

Tools

Zero-point turn mowers

String trimmers

Backpack blowers

Pruners

Snow blowers

Job description

Full time and Seasonal Groundskeeper options available

JOB SUMMARY:As an Abbey Resort associate, you will have the opportunity to be part of an incredible team at an all service resort situated on the beautiful shores of Geneva Lake. We aim to hire individuals who are ready and committed to exceed the expectation of every guest by genuinely creating lasting memories, maintaining a positive attitude and by providing outstanding service every time.

BASIC FUNCTION: To perform the manual tasks associated with the maintenance, construction, and improvement of the resort grounds. This includes the operation of a wide variety of power equipment.

Qualifications:

High school diploma

2 years of horticulture landscape experience, associate degree preferred

Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment related to all aspects of grounds maintenance

Must possess a valid driver’s license

Experience using a variety of landscape equipment including but not limited to: zero-point turn mowers, string trimmers, backpack blowers, augurs, pruners, tree saws, loppers, snowblowers, shovels, and salters

Ability to identify and control weeds

Ability to identify plant material

Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted

Ability to work effectively with others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist with landscape maintenance, restoration, and design

Planting a variety of ornamental plants

Properly prune plants, shrubs, and trees

Perform mulching, weeding, deadheading, watering, fertilizing

Ability to identify pests and diseases and use proper IPM methods

Daily trash removal

Seasonal rotation of plant material

Snow and ice maintenance

Ice rink installation and maintenance

Must be at least 18 years old

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

Comply with policies and procedures.

Communicate daily with staff and other departments in regard to duties and activities.

Responsible for department and equipment cleanliness, safety and appearance.

Required to perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Benefits, Holiday Pay, and PTO Accrual from DAY 1!

The Friendliest Resort in Lake Geneva is growing our team!

Explore everything a career in hospitality has to offer when you join the team at The Abbey Resort. We aim to hire individuals who are ready and committed to a "Can Do" Attitude by creating memorable experiences in the lives of all we serve.

As part of the Abbey Resort family, you will have the opportunity to join an incredibly talented team with great benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement both in our resort and at our sister properties worldwide.

• Employee discounts on property and at other First Hospitality properties
• Guest room discounts for friends and family
• Free meals with every shift
• On the job training
• Welcoming and supportive global network
• Medical, dental, and life insurance, 401K and more for full-time employees
• Dental, Vision, and Teladoc benefits for part-time employees