Gardener

Position Summary: The Landscaping Technician/Gardener is responsible for managing all aspects of resort landscape operations at a luxury, grand scale resort and reports to The Director of Landscaping. Aspects include the execution of landscape improvements, enhancements, and day to day maintenance for 140+ acres of K.I.G.R. property including a Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond oceanfront hotel, 5 golf course clubhouses, a 22 court tennis facility, a public park, 4 pool complexes, recreation fields and amenities, retail and common area spaces, maintenance facilities buildings, along with beach access boardwalks. This position functions onsite between the hours of 6:30am-3:00pm Monday-Friday, with occasional work on Saturday. 6a-230p during spring, summer and fall. Experience in related field will have consideration for higher pay compensation.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum Education – High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum Age – 18 years or older due to the nature of the role.
• Minimum Experience – Minimum of 6 months working in related field.
• Held a full time position for 6 months or more within one position.
• Must work both independently and in a team environment.
• Good to Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have own transportation to and from the resort. 

Expectations & Responsibilities:

All aspects of landscape maintenance, which include, but are not limited to:

• Policing grounds for trash, litter, and debris
• Planting bed maintenance
• Enhancement bed maintenance and installation
• Pruning
• Mowing
• Chemical application
• Irrigation Maintenance
• Capable of learning landscape maintenance operation
• Upholds the core values and policies & procedures of the resort
• All other duties as assigned

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. across short-medium distances.
• Must be able to stand for entirety of shift, while bending, stretching, and lifting.
• Must be able to work in all-weather conditions, sometimes light rain or extreme heat.
• Must be able to work on site due to daily needs of the job requirements.