Part-Time Outdoor Grounds Attendant - Hershey's Chocolate World $16+

The Hershey Company; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned brand experience where your role as a Utility Grounds Attendant will be essential in maintaining the beauty and cleanliness of the facility. This part-time, seasonal position offers an exciting opportunity to engage with guests while ensuring high sanitation standards are met. You'll be part of a mission to create extraordinary impressions through exceptional customer service. If you enjoy working outdoors and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to contribute to a memorable experience for millions of visitors each year!

Qualifications

• Must maintain a neat appearance and meet uniform standards.
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all types of weather.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of public walkways and grounds.
• Perform general cleaning tasks including trash removal and snow removal.
• Provide exceptional customer service to guests.

Skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

General retail knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Job Location: Hershey, PA

Hourly Pay Rate: $16.00 or more based on experience

Minimum Age: 18 years of age or older

Availability: Requires weekday and weekend mornings and holiday availability. This position requires a start time as early as 5:00 a.m.

Hershey’s Chocolate World is the most popular brand experience in the world. Nearly four million guests visit our location in Hershey, Pennsylvania every year. Our guests come to experience our attractions, enjoy dining in our food court, and shopping for souvenirs, treats, and gifts. Part of what makes our guests’ experience so amazing is the exceptional customer service our team provides. In fact, our mission is to create extraordinary impressions through our people. If you would like to be part of the Hershey Chocolate World team that brings our mission to life every day, keep reading to find a career that fits your interest and abilities.

This is a part-time, seasonal position located in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The company will not provide relocation assistance or other employment benefits for this position. This seasonal position has a limited number of weekday daytime shifts during non-peak seasons.

The Utility Grounds Attendant works within the Utility Department of Hershey’s Chocolate World to maintain the general appearance and sanitation needs of the exterior of the facility. The position requires a focus on customer service and expects that the individual is approachable, courteous, knowledgeable, and has good listening and communication skills. It is designed for a motivated, team-oriented, and responsible individual who works well with minimal supervision. Task-specific training will be provided, and safety guidelines must be followed. The required skills will be learned primarily through on-the-job training.

Major Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Must demonstrate our Customer Service Pledge
• Must be approachable, showing that our guests are our priority
• Must initiate contact with our guests by being courteous and greeting them with a smile
• Must be willing to listen to our guests and provide for their needs
• Must provide a genuine Thank You to every guest
• Ensure facility sanitation meets the high-quality standards established by Hershey's Chocolate World
• Perform general cleaning tasks to include but not limited to sweeping, trash removal, snow removal, windows, leaf blowing, pressure washing, and other assigned tasks
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of public walkways, grounds, and parking lots
• Observe and report any sanitation problems and concerns both inside and outside the building

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities:

• Must maintain a neat appearance and meet uniform standards
• Customer service skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving skills
• General retail knowledge a plus
• Must be able to walk or stand up to 8 hours
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry 25-50 lbs. as well as overhead lifting
• Must be able to push or pull 100-200 lbs.
• Requires bending, stooping, and twisting
• Ability to tolerate the repetitive motion of the hands, fingers, and wrists
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, fellow coworkers, and function effectively as part of a team
• Tolerance for working outdoors in all types of weather including extreme heat, rain, wind, snow, etc.
• Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred but not required

• Experience: Custodial experience is preferred but not required
• A valid driver’s license is preferred but not required

This description covers the most significant duties performed, but you may be responsible for other minor-related work assignments.