What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Person position at Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center?
The Hilton DFW Lakes is looking for a Grounds Person to join the team!
The Grounds Person maintains exterior landscaping in neat, manicured condition at all times. Upkeep all exterior landscaping utilizing provided equipment. Perform preventative maintenance of equipment that is used. This position works outside over 15 acres in all seasons with exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, and loud noises.
Essential Requirements:
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Operate assorted hand tools and mowing equipment.
Maintain appearance of grounds by mowing, trimming, weed eating, removing trash and leaves daily from sidewalks, grounds, landscaping and parking lots?
Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition. - Operate power equipment including riding mower, hand tools, blowers, weed eaters and utility vehicles required for ground maintenance and landscaping
Ability to operate the following equipment:
- Tractor and mower, riding and power mower, gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, garden and hand tools, and aerator.
- Remove dead foliage and tree branches
- Monitor and perform all p.m. systems (irrigation, control clocks, parking lot, vegetation, etc.) on an ongoing basis.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of landscaping and maintenance care.
- Maintain grounds equipment and tools in proper working order. Perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required
- Maintain a working inventory of all parts needed for the department. Maintain and control tool inventory to include proper storage and training in their use.
- Safely use different types of power equipment and hand tools as required to maintain appearance of grounds.
- Knowledgeable of all major and emergency equipment locations and their functions including, but not limited to, valves electrical equipment, etc.
- Strict compliance to hotel Hazard Communications Program to include thorough knowledge of MSDS, labeling, storing and handling of materials, etc.
- Perform job functions with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Work well under pressure of time schedules and priority projects.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds above head.
- Perform any other duties as specified by the department.
Qualifications:
- High school education.
- 1 year landscaping experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Good working knowledge of power and hand tools for landscaping care and upkeep.
Amazing Benefits!
- Paid holidays & paid sick time!
- Vacation time off!
- Education program - if you are looking for a career in Hospitality, you can take advantage of our tuition reimbursement program!
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance - you may participate in our health benefits after 30 days of employment with us!
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - plan your retirement with our generous company match! (terms and conditions apply)
- Hotel Travel Discounts!
- Daily Pay - control when you get paid! Voluntary benefit that let's you access your pay the same day!