Groundskeeper/Heavy Equipment Operator

Rocking Horse Ranch Resort; Town of Highland (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Profit sharing

401k matching

Meals provided

Paid time off (full-time)

Job summary

Rocking Horse Ranch Resort in New York is seeking a dependable Groundskeeper to maintain the resort’s landscaping and snow removal operations. The role covers planting, irrigation, pruning, mulching, and lawn upkeep, plus winter maintenance of the Snow Fun Park.

Responsibilities include walking paths and driveways clearance, watering and pruning, operating gas-powered equipment, and organizing tools. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience with tractor driving, snow plowing, and/or other heavy equipment experience.
• Ability to observe and analyze safety situations and determine appropriate course of action.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a cold, fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Flexible schedule; weekend and holiday availability.
• Valid driver's license with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Clears off walkways and main driveway prior to opening.
• Water flowers, trees, grasses, shrubs and lawns daily.
• Maintain overall appearance of plant material by feeding, deadheading and pruning frequently.
• Provides proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters, flower beds and other grounds features.
• Caress for established lawns by mowing, trimming and edging around flower beds, walkways and walls.
• Operates gas-powered equipment that includes blowers, lawn mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, weed-eaters and pressure washers.
• Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on the lawn care equipment and tools.
• Organizes the grounds storage unit of tools, materials and equipment.
• Snow removal efforts and maintain the appearance of Winter Fun Park, including the set up, maintenance, and breakdown of snow making equipment.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Snow removal

Heavy equipment experience

Tools

Tractor operation

Lawn mower operation

Job description

Groundskeepers at Rocking Horse Ranch are responsible for maintaining the overall resort appearance. This position focuses on a wide variety of projects relating to landscaping, planting, cultivating, irrigation, pruning, mulching, and weeding and lawn maintenance, as well as snow removal/winter operations. Equipment operator experience preferred, and snow removal experience required.ResponsibilitiesClears off walkways and main driveway prior to opening.Water flowers, trees, grasses, shrubs and lawns daily.Maintain overall appearance of plant material by feeding, deadheading and pruning frequently.Provides proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters, flower beds and other grounds features.Cares for established lawns by mowing, trimming and edging around flower beds, walkways and walls.Operates gas-powered equipment that includes blowers, lawn mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, weed-eaters and pressure washers.Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on the lawn care equipment and tools.Organizes the grounds storage unit of tools, materials and equipment.Snow removal efforts and maintain the appearance of Winter Fun Park, including the set up, maintenance, and breakdown of snow making equipment.QualificationsMust be 18 years of age or older.Experience with tractor driving, snow plowing, and/or other heavy equipment experienceAbility to be on your feet for extended periods of time.Valid driver's license with no restrictionsAbility to observe and analyze safety situations and determine appropriate course of action.Ability to work hard in a harsh, cold environment for extended period of timeMust be willing to work night shiftsAbility to thrive in a busy, fast-paced team environment as well as work independently.Ability to lift 50 lbs.Flexible Schedule; must be prepared to work weekends and holidaysCompetitive wage and benefits package, including medical, dental, supplemental insurance, profit sharing, 401k, meals, and paid time off for full time employees.