Groundskeeper at Ocean House Collection – Westerly, Rhode Island

Groundskeeper
A Collection Unlike Any OtherThe Ocean House Collections includes 3 luxury properties. The Ocean House is a Forbes 5-Star property featuring 49 luxury guest rooms, 20 signature suites. The Cottage Collection includes 10 privately owned vacation homes. The Ocean & Harvest Spa is a 12,000 square foot Forbes Travel Guide 5 Star rated full-service health wellness spa. Over 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space. Up to 8 unique dining options during summer season including Coast, a Forbes Travel Guide 5 Star rated fine dining experience.
The Weekapaug Inn offers quintessentially New England accommodations that effortlessly combine casual comfort and luxurious furnishings. The Inn features 31 unique guest rooms and 4 two-bedroom signature suites. Farm-to-table dining utilizes the finest and freshest locally sourced ingredients, and inspired amenities and resort activities are designed to create extraordinary guest experiences.
The Watch Hill Inn established in 1845, Watch Hill Inn carries with it a unique history marked by fame, natural disasters and, among all, resilience. Chic, minimalist decor intertwines with cutting edge technology like complimentary Apple TV, Netflix and an in-room iPad program that allows guests to order food and services to their door with the touch of a button. The Inn features 21 suite style accommodations with unrestricted access to dining, amenities, and resort activities at both Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn.
Scope of PositionThe Groundskeeper is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the outdoor areas, including gardens, lawns, pathways, and other landscaped spaces. This role involves performing various landscaping duties, ensuring that the grounds are aesthetically pleasing, safe, and functional. Groundskeeper should have the physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions.
Hourly Staff Schedule RequirementsAll employees are kindly asked to understand that the property operation is 24 hours a day 7 days a week, inclusive of all holidays. While the company will make every attempt to create a work and life balance, all hourly paid team members may be asked to work extended shifts and additional days based on business demands. The busiest of days during the season (Memorial Day through Columbus Day) are the weekend days from Friday through Sunday and on holiday weekends that are celebrated on Mondays, this can include Mondays. All seasonal staff must be aware and able to work all weekends; requesting time off for a holiday weekend may not and will likely not be granted. The more flexible you are the more you can learn, grow, earn.
Reporting RelationshipInternal: Engineering Manager
Key ResponsibilitiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complete required reports, logs and paperwork as directed by supervisor.
• Respond to engineering and maintenance requests, as well as other tasks that may not be directly related to groundskeeper by way of automated system and communicator.
• Perform regular maintenance, of lawns including overseeding, thatching, watering (via automated irrigation system), shrub and hedge trimming, weeding, fertilizing, watering of potted plants, mulching, and general cleanup of litter including waste can maintenance.
• Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tying down unsecured items, etc.
• Maintain adequate minimum inventory of related supplies as directed by supervisor to ensure grounds look aesthetically pleasing to guests.
• Perform reviews of related responsibilities to determine appropriate course of action of procedure and product use to perform grounds keeping tasks while conforming to time restraints and guest use of the property.
• Responsible for practicing, managing, and promoting the Company’s Statement of Purpose, Service Excellence Pillars, and Declarations so that it becomes an intricate part of the everyday operation.
• Represent the Company with a positive attitude and professional presentation.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to the Company’s sustainability programs.
• Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope, and purpose of this job description which commensurate with the role of the maintenance department.
• Responsible for the physical setup and execution of lawn equipment, including but not limited to weed and hedge trimmer, blowers, push mower, zero turn mower, tractor / loader, snowblower, plow.
• Clear pathways, walkways, and parking lots of debris, leaves, and snow.
• This position is for exterior maintenance and must be comfortable working in various outside conditions.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Working knowledge of different types of grass, shrubs, seasonal plants and their applications of best use, as well as asset protection during the duration of the maintenance procedure.
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Knowledge of all tools and equipment respective to job function of garden and grounds keeping.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling, MSDS, PPE’s and proper disposal practices.
• Being a team player, while often working alone, there are also occasions when working with others on a variety of maintenance tasks is essential to completing the task.
• Punctuality and reliability cannot be stressed enough.
• Previous hotel or public occupied space experience preferred.
• Excellent diagnostics and problem-solving skills are an asset.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy under pressure of tense/confrontational situations.
• Uphold the Company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Prioritize and organize tasks and work area.
• Ability to remain calm and resolve problems using good judgement as interpreted by the management.
• Follow directions.
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Maintain confidentiality of guest/employee information and pertinent company data.