Join the team at Sunriver Resort and be a part of the top 100 best companies to work for in Oregon! The Landscaper/Groundskeeper is responsible for working in a team environment to ensure the overall upkeep and eye appeal of the Sunriver Resort grounds and surrounding forest. They will use a variety of tools, machines and other necessary materials to provide maintenance and landscaping to the grounds. The Groundskeeper will assist with maintaining the AAA Four Diamond standards.

They  will always conduct themselves in a manner which supports the Core Values of Sunriver Resort: Trust, Open & Honest Communication, and Commitment. He/She/They shall strive to deliver exceptional service to all internal and external guests at all times. In this role, they are responsible for exemplifying the Sunriver Resort Culture and actively supporting our Vision and Mission to be the destination of choice for our guests, owners, and associates.

• Mows and edges laws, using power mowers and edgers
• Operates powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, chippers, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, roto-tillers, brush chippers, lift trucks, trenching equipment sod cutters and pruning saws
• Shovels snow/chips ice from walkways, driveways, parking lots, cart paths, and golf course greens & tees.
• Cares for established lawns by mulching, aerating, wedding and removing thatch
• Trims and edges around flower beds, walk ways and walls
• Uses hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge and brunch trimmers and axes
• Prunes and trims trees, shrubs and hedges, using shears, pruners or chain saws
• Gathers and removes litter
• Maintains and repairs grounds tools and equipment
• Mixes and sprays fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto grass, shrubs and trees using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders
• Provides proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters and other ground features
• Performs spa checker duties as necessary
• Irrigates plants/flowers
• Assists with laying sod
• Re-sods and/or repairs lawn
• Assists with general installation and repairs of irrigations systems
• Provides general gardening duties

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior landscaping/grounds experience preferred
• Prior experience with powered landscaping machines preferred

JOB REQUIRMENTS:

• Must have a valid Oregon Driver’s license and meet company driving standards
• Must be able to work with power operated landscaping equipment
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions (rain, sleet, ice, snow and heat)
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions (rain, wind, snow, cold & heat);
• Must be able to stand  & walk throughout the day, including on uneven surfaces;
• Must be able to repetitively lift, push, pull & carry up to 25 lbs, frequently up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 75 lbs;
• Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel & twist on an frequent basis, often for prolonged periods;