Landscaper

The Landscaper is responsible for working in a team environment to ensure the overall upkeep and eye appeal of the Sunriver Resort grounds and surrounding forest. They will use a variety of tools, machines and other necessary materials to provide maintenance and landscaping to the grounds. The Groundskeeper will assist with maintaining the AAA Four Diamond standards.

The Landscaper will always conduct themselves in a manner which supports the Core Values of Sunriver Resort: Trust, Open & Honest Communication, and Commitment. The Landscaper shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times. They will be responsible for exemplifying the Sunriver Resort Culture as well as promoting Sunriver Resort as both the Destination and Employer of Choice!

Responsibilities

• Mows and edges laws, using power mowers and edgers
• Operates powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, chippers, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, roto-tillers, brush chippers, lift trucks, trenching equipment sod cutters and pruning saws
• Shovels snow/chips ice from walkways, driveways, parking lots, cart paths, and golf course greens & tees.
• Cares for established lawns by mulching, aerating, wedding and removing thatch
• Trims and edges around flower beds, walk ways and walls
• Uses hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge and brunch trimmers and axes
• Prunes and trims trees, shrubs and hedges, using shears, pruners or chain saws
• Gathers and removes litter
• Maintains and repairs grounds tools and equipment
• Mixes and sprays fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto grass, shrubs and trees using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders
• Provides proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters and other ground features
• Performs spa checker duties as necessary
• Irrigates plants/flowers
• Assists with laying sod
• Re-sods and/or repairs lawn
• Assists with general installation and repairs of irrigations systems
• Provides general gardening duties
• Contacts appropriate party if when a guest problem is reported
• Provides general resort information for guests
• Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests of Sunriver Resort as s/he may come in contact with guests during their daily duties
• Resolves guest problems and is empowered to act in absence of manager
• Maintains an up to date working knowledge of all resort amenities as well as any special events
• Interacts with resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information
• Up sells other resort services and amenities to guests
• Always maintains a professional demeanor and attitude
• Communicates all pertinent information to the Grounds team
• Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons). Reports all safety incidents to on-duty supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior landscaping/grounds experience preferred
• Prior experience with powered landscaping machines preferred
• Prior hospitality experience preferred
• At least one year customer service experience preferred
• Must have a valid Oregon Driver’s license and meet company driving standards
• Must have basic math skills
• Must be able to work with power operated landscaping equipment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the guests and associates
• Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner
• Must have a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests
• Must be able to repetitively lift, push, pull & carry up to 25 lbs, frequently up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 75 lbs;