Resort Groundskeeper - Part Time

Sun Communities; Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the resort industry is seeking Resort Groundskeepers to perform landscaping and maintenance duties to ensure well-maintained and presentable grounds for residents and guests. This role involves diverse tasks, including lawn care, debris removal, and customer service, requiring both individual effort and teamwork. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, some experience in grounds maintenance, and enjoy working outdoors.

Benefits

Paid sick leave

Online access to personal information and paystubs

Participation in SunRewards program

Team Member Perks & Benefits Program

DailyPay availability

Access to online learning modules via Sun University

Seasonal Now & Later Bonus

Vacation RV site rent discounts

Qualifications

• 6 months previous groundskeeping experience in the resort industry.
• Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping maintenance tasks like mowing and planting.
• Inspect and maintain the irrigation system regularly.
• Ensure the resort is presentable at all times.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Commercial machinery

Job description

OVERVIEW

Resort Groundskeepers perform a variety of landscaping maintenance and snow removal duties (where applicable). They regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure our resorts are well-maintained and look presentable. Resort Groundskeepers also work to ensure our residents and guests receive quality customer service. On occasion, Resort Groundskeepers may help out with light maintenance work throughout the property.

JOB DUTIES

• Ensures lawns are manicured appropriately
• Regularly treat weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services
• Picks-up trash and debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties trash in common areas, shoveling, performing maintenance or repair duties, using saws, weed eaters, blowers, mowers, drills or other hand tools
• Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repairs as needed
• Reports all resort maintenance issues and concerns that they may identify while performing their daily duties directly to their manager
• Maintains resort vehicles and equipment
• Ensures resort is presentable at all times and adheres to Sun's curb appeal standards
• If applicable, maintains resort pool(s), testing chemical levels, adjusting appropriately
• Safely operates vehicles for the purpose of performing job duties
• Follows safety procedures while performing duties
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 6 months previous groundskeeping experience in the resort industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques
• Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions requires constant outdoor work
• Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• Ability to work well independently as well as a team
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
• Must have a valid driver's license

PERKS & BENEFITS

At Sun Outdoors, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with an award-winning work environment and awesome perks!

• Paid sick leave
• Online access to view and update personal information, review paystubs, annual W2s, and more
• Participation in company-wide SunRewards program
• Team Member Perks & Benefits Program with hundreds of discounts on things like mobile phone service, travel, retail, and more
• Get paid daily withDailyPay
• Access to hundreds of online learning modules via Sun University
• Seasonal Now & Later Bonus
• Vacation RV site rent discounts at Sun Outdoors locations nationwide