What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Gardener position at Sonnenalp Properties?
Wage $20.00-$25/hour, Depending on Experience
Typical Schedule
April through October. Full and part-time positions available. Start times change during the golf season based on sunrise.
- Full Time: 40-hour work week, Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday. Overtime is needed during tournaments and peak maintenance periods. Typical workdays are from 5:30 AM until 2:00 PM.
- Part-Time: Flexible schedule, 10-30 hours per week. Typical workdays are from 5:30 AM until 11:30 AM.
Primary Purpose of Position
Under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent, the Landscape Gardener is responsible for planting, caring, and maintaining the ornamental plants, shrubs, and trees on the golf course, clubhouse, and selected project sites. May also be involved in mowing and trimming of clubhouse lawn, as well as general maintenance on the golf course.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Weed and mulch flower beds and garden areas
- Prune, deadhead, and maintain shrubs, flowers, and trees
- Help with seasonal planting and landscaping projects
- Assist with the application of fertilizers, pesticides, and other chemicals in accordance with safety guidelines
- Remove debris and ensure clubhouse grounds are clean and free from hazards
- Assist with scheduling irrigation, troubleshooting, and repair
- Maintenance of Berry Creek Metro District parks and clubhouse lawn
- Safe operation of a variety of maintenance equipment
- Assist with golf course maintenance tasks as needed
Education/Experience
- Previous landscape maintenance experience is preferred but not required.
Special Skills/Equipment
- Ability to learn to operate landscape maintenance and golf course equipment safely and efficiently.
- Ability to follow both written and oral directions.
- Must be able to work weekends and long hours as business permits.
- Attendance and punctuality are essential to this position. Individuals must be able to work scheduled shifts, including weekends.
Essential Physical Requirements
- Position is outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Frequent reaching, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and balancing
- Able to stand and/or walk for duration of shift
- Able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
Benefits
- Golf and Fitness privileges
- Employee Meal
- Uniform (shirts, hat, gloves, safety glasses, and jacket)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Resort Discounts
- End-of-season bonus program
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Salary : $20 - $25
