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Job Information

Crescent Hotels and Resorts Greenskeeper FT in Stone Mountain, Georgia

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION :

A Groundskeeper is the introductory level Grounds position and performs routine manual labor involved with grounds and landscape maintenance; semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work; operate small power equipment like blowers, edger's, string trimmers and rotary walk mowers; and occasionally work in an environment involving larger equipment like tractors, loaders and deck mowers. A Groundskeeper will continually undergo and be exposed to training and development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Must posses a keen eye for detail and an ability to work well with the supervisory staff.

Safely operate mowers, hedge trimmers, string trimmers, edger's, chain saws and small hand tools in performing job assignments.

Edge along all curbs, sidewalks and hardscapes as directed by supervisory staff.

Walk-mow lawn areas and all areas as identified by supervisory staff.

Shovel sand, gravel and/or mulch as directed.

Hand removes weeds as directed by supervisor.

Operate a backpack or hand-held blower for debris clean-up as prescribed by supervisor.

Pick-up, empty and remove debris and trash.

Participate in landscape projects such as trimming shrubs, plants, and trees; installing plant materials; mulching; overseeing; greenhouse maintenance and seasonal activities, and any miscellaneous landscape related tasks identified by supervisory staff.

Maintain fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment used on a daily basis.

Report all equipment problems or failures to his/her supervisor or a mechanic immediately.

Refuel and clean all equipment upon completion of assignment on a daily basis.

Return all equipment to the designated area upon completion of the task.

Keep the equipment storage areas clean and orderly.

Pick-up, empty and remove debris and trash.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Working knowledge of and ability to safely use hand and power tools and equipment.

  • High degree of good common sense and basic math skills.

  • Basic oral and written communication skills and able to follow instructions.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Communication with the mechanic staff is essential.

  • Experience landscape maintenance is preferred.

  • High School diploma or equivalent General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.

  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the requirements of driver insurability as established by the insurance carrier is preferred.

  • Responsible for attending all company required training sessions; including but not limited to safety, human resources, equipment, etc.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Majority of the work is performed outdoors in various weather conditions.

  • Exposure to maintenance equipment; including but not limited to moving parts, heights, noise, airborne debris, vibration and fumes.

  • Maintain a clean, safe and environmentally responsible work environment.

  • Must have the physical strength, stamina and agility to perform the assigned duties.

  • Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds with assistance.

  • Responsible for the security of all equipment, tools, supplies, materials and facilities entrusted or assigned by the Resort or supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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