SFOG Landscaper (Full-Time, Union)

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 38,917 - 51,894; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) options

Employee perks

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is seeking a Landscape Maintenance/Equipment Operator to carry out gardening and lawn maintenance duties. This role involves operating heavy equipment and performing various landscape maintenance tasks to create safe and attractive areas throughout the park.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and strong knowledge of landscape practices. The position offers a pay range of $28.25–$37.67 per hour along with various benefits, and applicants must be able to meet physical demands of the job, including working outdoors in various conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of landscape best practices and equipment operation.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation and basic landscape tools.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and work at heights up to 200 ft.

Responsibilities

• Perform general landscape maintenance duties such as planting and trimming.
• Operate heavy equipment and various landscape tools efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and respond to work orders.

Skills

Landscape best practices

Heavy equipment operation

Basic landscape tools and shop equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excavators

Tractors

Chainsaws

Backpack blowers

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.

What's In It for You

• Full‑time, hourly overtime‑eligible position 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 401(k), Roth 401(k), Stock Purchase Program, and Stock Options.
• Company‑paid life insurance and AD&D is covered at 100 %.
• Exclusive employee perks include.

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.

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 such as excavators, front‑end loaders, tractors, bush hogs, trenchers, skid steers, telehandlers, boom lifts, dump trucks, etc.
• Operate a wide variety of landscape equipment such as chainsaws, backpack blowers, trimmers, pole saws and various hand tools.
• Perform general labor work throughout the park which may include 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 preventative 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.

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 Driver’s License and clean DMV report.