Resort Grounds Technician — Outdoor Landscaping Pro

Shanty Creek Ski and Golf Resort LLC

Michigan

On-site

USD 17,000 - 24,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Shanty Creek Resorts is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain the resort’s grounds, flower beds, and outdoor spaces across hotel and public areas.

This hands-on role involves mowing, edging, planting, seasonal cleanup, and operating lawn care equipment under supervision, with early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Join a team dedicated to an attractive Up North experience for guests and staff, with opportunities to contribute to project work and seasonal landscaping improvements.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to operate basic grounds maintenance equipment, including lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, and utility vehicles.
  • Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and repetitive movement.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

  • Plant, water, weed, trim, and maintain flowers, shrubs, trees, and landscaping beds throughout the resort.
  • Mow, trim, edge, and maintain lawns and other grass-covered areas.
  • Apply mulch, soil, seed, fertilizer, and other landscaping materials under supervision.
  • Remove weeds, leaves, branches, litter, and other debris from resort grounds.
  • Maintain the appearance of hotel entrances, walkways, patios, courtyards, parking areas, and other guest-facing spaces.
  • Inspect outdoor areas regularly and address conditions that may negatively affect the appearance or safety of the resort.
  • Water flowers, hanging baskets, planters, lawns, and landscaping areas according to established schedules.
  • Assist with seasonal landscaping projects, including spring cleanup, fall cleanup, planting, and preparation of outdoor spaces.
  • Operate lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, utility vehicles, and other grounds maintenance equipment safely.
  • Perform light cleaning and routine maintenance of groundskeeping tools and equipment.
  • Report damaged equipment, irrigation concerns, hazardous conditions, or repair needs to a supervisor.
  • Assist with minor irrigation monitoring and basic repairs as directed.
  • Help install, remove, or maintain outdoor furniture, decorations, signs, and seasonal displays.
  • Support the setup and cleanup of outdoor resort events and activities as needed.
  • Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other resort departments.
  • Assist with snow removal, ice control, or other seasonal grounds duties when assigned.
  • Complete additional groundskeeping, landscaping, property appearance, and general maintenance duties as directed by management.

Skills

Reliability
Punctuality
Safety-conscious
Attention to detail
Team player
Independent work
Will to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shanty Creek Resorts is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain the resort’s grounds, flower beds, and outdoor spaces across hotel and public areas.

This hands-on role involves mowing, edging, planting, seasonal cleanup, and operating lawn care equipment under supervision, with early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Join a team dedicated to an attractive Up North experience for guests and staff, with opportunities to contribute to project work and seasonal landscaping improvements.

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