SFOG Landscaper (Full-Time, Union)

Canada's Wonderland; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 38,917 - 51,894; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k and retirement options

Company paid life insurance

Weekly pay

Job summary

Canada's Wonderland in Austell, Georgia is looking for a Landscape Maintenance/Equipment Operator to perform gardening and lawn maintenance duties, ensuring safe and attractive areas throughout the park.

The position includes operating heavy machinery and performing a variety of landscape management tasks. A high school diploma and experience with landscape equipment are required. The position offers competitive pay of $28.25 to $37.67 per hour, based on experience, and benefits including medical and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong knowledge of landscape best practices and equipment operation is necessary.
• Experience with heavy equipment and basic landscape tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform general landscape maintenance including soil preparation and planting.
• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators and tractors.
• Maintain landscape equipment and document maintenance work.

Skills

Landscape best practices knowledge

Heavy equipment operation

Basic landscape tools

Troubleshooting skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excavators

Front end loaders

Chainsaws

Trimmers

Job description

Overview

Six Flags Over Georgia is looking for a qualified Landscape Maintenance/Equipment Operator. This position is responsible for performing various gardening and lawn maintenance duties in order to create safe and attractive areas throughout the park. In addition, this position shall serve as a designated equipment operator for various projects.

Benefits

• Full-Time, Hourly overtime eligible position and you get paid weekly!
• This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident Insurance, and Group Auto and Home
• Retirement benefits include: 401k, Roth 401k, Stock Purchase Program, and Stock Options
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D is covered at 100%
• Exclusive employee perks

Responsibilities

• Perform general landscape maintenance which includes, but is not limited to: soil preparation, planting, watering, trimming, herbicide treatment and small tree removal/trimming.
• Operate heavy equipment which may include, but is not limited to: excavators, front end loaders, tractors, bush hogs, trenchers, skid steers, telehandlers, boom lifts, dump trucks, etc.
• Operate a wide variety landscape equipment such as chainsaws, backpack blowers, trimmers, pole saws and various hand tools
• Perform general labor work throughout the park which may include, but is not limited to: irrigation installation, walkway maintenance, landscape lighting installation, and assisting with park event setup.
• Work as part of an assigned crew performing landscape maintenance and equipment operation
• Keep a daily duty log of maintenance work performed as well as accurate records of preventive maintenance
• Respond to work orders and conduct repairs as required to maintain safe park operation.
• Adhere to park policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Pay Range: $28.25-$37.67 per hour (depending on level of experience). Work in excess of 40 hours per week is paid at 1.5x standard pay rate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong knowledge of landscape best practices and equipment operation.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation as well as basic landscape tools and shop equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to professionally interact with other shops and various departments.
• Must be able to troubleshoot clearly, calmly and safely in the presence of guests, co-workers and park management.
• Ability to write, speak and comprehend English.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job including lifting up to 100 lbs, bending, standing for long periods of time, climbing, and working at heights up to 200 ft.
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Ability to work outside in any weather conditions, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Valid Drivers’ License and clean DMV report.