JOB SUMMARY: As an Abbey Resort associate, you will have the opportunity to be part of an incredible team at an all service resort situated on the beautiful shores of Geneva Lake. We aim to hire individuals who are ready and committed to exceed the expectation of every guest by genuinely creating lasting memories, maintaining a positive attitude and by providing outstanding service every time. 

BASIC FUNCTION: To perform the manual tasks associated with the maintenance, construction, and improvement of the resort grounds.  This includes the operation of a wide variety of power equipment. 

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma

2 years of horticulture landscape experience, associate degree preferred

Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment related to all aspects of grounds maintenance

Valid driver’s license preferred 

Experience using a variety of landscape equipment including but not limited to: zero-point turn mowers, string trimmers, backpack blowers, augurs, pruners, tree saws, loppers, snowblowers, shovels, and salters

Ability to identify and control weeds

Ability to identify plant material

Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted

Ability to work effectively with others.

Bi-lingual preferred

Must be at least 18 years old 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist with landscape maintenance, restoration, and design

Planting a variety of ornamental plants

Properly prune plants, shrubs, and trees

Perform mulching, weeding, deadheading, watering, fertilizing

Ability to identify pests and diseases and use proper IPM methods

Daily trash removal

Seasonal rotation of plant material

Snow and ice maintenance

Holiday lighting installation

Ice rink installation and maintenance

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

Comply with policies and procedures.

Communicate daily with staff and other departments in regard to duties and activities.

Responsible for department and equipment cleanliness, safety and appearance.

Required to perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Scheduled hours may vary on business needs and may or may not include holidays, weekends, various shifts, overtime or reduced hours.