Job Description

Do you enjoy being outdoors and working with your hands? We are looking for a Lead Resort Groundskeeper for one of our RV resort locations. You will help us ensure the resort grounds are kept looking well-tended and attractive. Help us make our resort the kind of place guests can\'t wait to return to.

OVERVIEW

As a Lead Resort Groundskeeper you\'ll be responsible for performing a variety of landscaping maintenance duties. You\'ll maintain the irrigation system and regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure the resort is well-maintained and look presentable. You\'ll also assist with light maintenance work throughout the property, and ensure our residents and guests receive quality customer service.

JOB DUTIES * Inspect irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repair as needed.

• Ensure the resort landscaping is presentable and inviting at all times, and that it adheres to Sun\'s curb appeal standards.
• Maintain water feature and fountain areas requiring specialized care including potted plants and landscape areas on pool decks.
• Maintain landscaping on all model homes and the resort sales center.
• Ensure lawns and recreation areas are manicured appropriately; regularly treat for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers and shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut and removes tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services as necessary.
• Assist manager in establishing and prioritizing the daily work of the groundskeeping team.
• Pick-up trash and debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis; empty trash in common areas as needed.
• Ensure landscape beds are weeded, neatly edged, hedged and trimmed on a daily basis.
• Maintain flowers and plants throughout the resort including discarding and replacing on a regular basis; record number of plants at each location and order plants and flowers as needed.
• Follow safety procedures while performing duties.
• Perform water testing and other maintenance duties related to an irrigation system, well-water system, or on-site water meters, if applicable; ensure water samples are taken on a regular basis.
• Ensure safe storage of hazardous chemicals and/or equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Education (some HS education required)
• Minimum of 2 years groundskeeping experience, preferably in the resort/hospitality industry
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Knowledge of general grounds maintenance techniques
• Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
• Proficient in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
• Basic computer proficiency including the ability to use email and internet

PERKS & BENEFITS

At Sun Outdoors, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with an award-winning work environment and awesome perks!

• Online access to view and update personal information, review paystubs, annual T4s, and more
• Participation in company-wide SunRewards program
• Team Member Perks & Benefits Program with hundreds of discounts on things like mobile phone service, travel, retail, and more
• Get paid daily with
• Access to hundreds of online learning modules via Sun University
• Vacation RV site rent discounts at Sun Outdoors locations nationwide

Job Reference: 129435

ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCE If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an online application, please contact us at (844) SUN-4343. Alternatively, an email may be sent to careers@suncommunities.com. "Applicant Accommodation" should be included in the subject line of the email.
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