Garden and Maintenance Assistant in Southwest Harbor, Maine at Atlantic Hospitality

A "Gardener Maintenance Assistant" in hospitality is responsible for maintaining the aesthetic appeal of a hotel or resort's outdoor grounds by performing tasks like mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers, weeding, removing debris, and operating gardening equipment, ensuring the property's landscaping is well-kept and contributes to a positive guest experience; this role often involves collaborating with the maintenance team to address any landscaping-related issues that may arise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grounds Maintenance:
• Regularly mow lawns and edge walkways.
• Trim hedges, shrubs, and trees as needed.
• Weed flower beds and garden areas.
• Plant seasonal flowers and shrubs.
• Remove debris and litter from outdoor spaces.
• Maintain irrigation systems and ensure proper watering schedules.
• Plant Care:
• Monitor plant health and identify any pest or disease issues.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides according to proper guidelines.
• Prune and shape plants to maintain desired appearance.
• Equipment Operation:
• Safely operate lawn mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and other gardening equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on equipment and report any issues.
• Outdoor Event Support:
• Assist with setting up outdoor event spaces by planting seasonal flowers or placing decorative elements.
• Maintain cleanliness of outdoor event areas.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Report any maintenance concerns or damage to the landscaping to the supervisor.
• Coordinate with other departments, like housekeeping, to ensure the overall cleanliness of the outdoor areas.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Horticulture: Basic understanding of plant types, growth habits, and proper care techniques.
• Physical Ability: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Equipment Operation: Familiarity with operating and maintaining lawn care equipment.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain a high standard of appearance in the outdoor spaces.
• Teamwork: Willingness to collaborate with other maintenance staff and departments.

Success Factors:

• Ambassador of Joy: Embody and promote a culture of positivity and enthusiasm, ensuring that both guests and staff feel welcomed, valued, and inspired.
• Customer-Centric Focus: Understand and anticipate the needs of both internal and external guests, consistently exceeding expectations.
• Meticulous Attention to Detail: Deliver work that is precise, thorough, and up to the highest standards of luxury hospitality.
• Effective Communication: Provide clear, concise, and actionable information to ensure colleagues, guests, and stakeholders are well-informed.
• Ownership & Accountability: Take full responsibility for tasks, ensuring they are followed through to achieve the desired results.
• Foster Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively within teams, motivating others to sustain exceptional levels of performance.
• Build Strong Relationships: Establish trust and foster cooperation with colleagues, guests, and partners to promote mutual success.

Safety and Security

• Recognizes and reports potential safety hazards in the hotel, such as broken doors or railings, fire hazards, etc.
• Recognizes and reports potential security problems in the hotel, such as locking doors after hours, etc.
• Understands and follows policies and procedures for the hotel’s key control system and ensures others follow them.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Any other duties assigned by Supervisor.