Gardener - Seasonal position

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide regular maintenance and upkeep of various landscapes and gardens located throughout the property.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Cultivate, plant, transplant, water, stake, prune, dead-head, weed, rake, edge, mulch, harvest and attend to landscapes, small trees, groundcovers, shrubs, pathways, and annual/perennial plants.
• Haul garden debris, clear brush, and remove litter.
• Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, forks, hoes, wheelbarrows, sprayers, hoses, and other garden tools to prepare and maintain garden beds.
• Inspect and take corrective action for plant diseases, pests, and wildlife damage.
• Work with staff to maintain the integrity of assigned landscape areas.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain tools and equipment in good working order.
• Learn and maintain a basic level of horticultural and plant knowledge.
• Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards of cleanliness.
• Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
• Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
• Lift up to 100 pounds from ground level to 36 inches with/ without assistance, lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to overhead, carry up to 100 feet with or without assistance. Walk up to 7 miles per day.
• See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
• Work outdoors and expose self to natural elements including rain, heat, wind, weather extremes, pollen, and insects.
• Wear Proper Protective Equipment when performing tasks that recommend such equipment.
• Insure safety of guests, employees and self, anywhere on the property.
• Operate vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate work-related conditions to determine compliance with prescribed operating, safety regulations and Department guidelines.
• Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
• Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
• Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
• Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
• Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
• Interact with fellow staff and guests in a professional, courteous method.
• Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
• Previous landscaping or gardening experience preferred.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.