What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Groundskeeper position at The Adventure Park?
We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and nature-loving Groundskeeper to maintain and enhance the natural and built environments of the Owl Creek Landing. This is a hands-on position involving landscaping, light construction, routine maintenance, and seasonal tasks across diverse terrain. The Park Groundskeeper reports directly to the Park Manager.
About Us
Owl Creek Landing, owned and operated by Outdoor Ventures Group, promotes active enjoyment of the outdoors through adventure recreation. Our adventure parks bring together people of all ages to build connections with each other, the outdoors, and our team. Learn more by visiting our website at owlcreeklanding.com.
Join our team where we promote a continuous learning environment and career development opportunities. Benefits include competitive pay, paid training, complimentary climbing, a flexible schedule, and more.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Schedule
In this position, you must be available to work full-time. Candidates should have a flexible schedule with both weekday, evening and weekend availability.
Pay Range
While the exact pay offered reflects a candidate's qualifications and experience, the general range for this position is $14-15 per hour.
Outdoor Ventures Group offers equality of opportunity and treatment for its present and prospective employees in all phases of the employment process without regard to age, race, color, sex, national origin, disabilities, genetic predisposition or carrier stats, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry or any other basis that is protected by Federal, State or local law. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
About Us
Owl Creek Landing, owned and operated by Outdoor Ventures Group, promotes active enjoyment of the outdoors through adventure recreation. Our adventure parks bring together people of all ages to build connections with each other, the outdoors, and our team. Learn more by visiting our website at owlcreeklanding.com.
Join our team where we promote a continuous learning environment and career development opportunities. Benefits include competitive pay, paid training, complimentary climbing, a flexible schedule, and more.
Responsibilities
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Keep, and enhance the beauty of the naturally wooded environment by various means
- Maintain and improve the natural and new landscaping by weeding, planting, pruning, mulching
- Maintain planted and natural fields, trails, open spaces
- Upkeep of drives, paths, and event areas
- Trim grounds and prune shrubs and trees as needed
- Monitor property for safety hazards, fallen limbs, flooding, or erosion
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance of structures, fences and decks
- Operate and maintain hand & power equipment (mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, etc.)
- Maintain cleanliness of outdoor gathering spaces and rest areas
- Perform seasonal clean-up work including storm prep/response
- Assist with event setup, teardown, and on-site support as needed
- Collaborate with Park Manager and on-site team to prioritize tasks and projects
- Additional tasks as needed, including assisting with groundskeeping at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Qualifications
- Familiarity with native plants, trees and sustainable land care preferred
- Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related fields
- Basic knowledge of general maintenance work (carpentry, minor electrical, etc.)
- Comfortable operating and maintaining small machinery and tools
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs and work in various weather conditions
- Valid driver's license; reliable transportation
Schedule
In this position, you must be available to work full-time. Candidates should have a flexible schedule with both weekday, evening and weekend availability.
Pay Range
While the exact pay offered reflects a candidate's qualifications and experience, the general range for this position is $14-15 per hour.
Outdoor Ventures Group offers equality of opportunity and treatment for its present and prospective employees in all phases of the employment process without regard to age, race, color, sex, national origin, disabilities, genetic predisposition or carrier stats, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry or any other basis that is protected by Federal, State or local law. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
Salary : $14 - $15
