What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gardener position at Devil's Thumb Ranch?
Welcome to Devil's Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa, where career development meets unparalleled natural beauty. Situated on 6,500 acres of untouched wilderness at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, our property offers not just a job, but a transformative experience. Devil's Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa is renowned for its excellence in hospitality and breathtaking surroundings. From hosting upscale weddings to orchestrating sophisticated corporate events and intimate private gatherings, we are a one-stop-shop for unforgettable experiences. Join our team and embark on a journey where your career aspirations are nurtured amidst the splendor of nature, ensuring that every day is an opportunity to grow and thrive in the world of hospitality. This position starts in early May.
Principle Purpose of Job
Maintain grounds and flowers of entire Ranch property by performing the following duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Cutting lawns and native grasses by operating a power mower and weed whacker.
- Trim edges, and weeds around walks, flower beds and walls
- Pruning of all flowers, shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches or twigs.
- Sprays lawn, shrubs and trees with fertilizer, herbicides and insecticides.
- Rakes and bags leaves and other debris.
- Cleans grounds and removes litter.
- Plants grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
- Waters lawns, shrubs, trees, flower pots, baskets and beds.
- Rototills flower beds.
- Ensures plant identification and health.
- Previous landscaping or gardening experience preferred.
- Valid Driver's License & clean driving record required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with horticultural tools and equipment.
- Physical ability to perform outdoor labor in various weather conditions.
Compensation Description:
$18.00/hr Competitive pay commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits and Perks:
- 152 hours of Paid Time Off if FT, Year-Round employment status.
- Affordable furnished housing, if working a minimum of 35 hours/week or more. Health, Dental & Life & Vision Insurances, plus 401k Employer Match of up to $2,000 annually
- -if FT, Year-Round employment status.
- Wellness Program opportunities including meditation, complimentary daily Yoga, trail running & mountain-biking workshops.
- 25% discounts at all Devil's Thumb Ranch restaurants, activities including Trail Rides, and Spa Treatments.
- Discounted Winter Park Ski Resort season pass (available annually in season) or 1/2 price Grand Park Rec Center Pass.
- Referral bonus of $250 if we hire someone you refer.
Due to the nature of our 24-hour operation, there is no guaranteed work schedule. Managers will try to accommodate specific schedule requests, but they are never guaranteed if business volume prohibits.
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
Devil's Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.