Marriott International

Manages and franchises hotels around the world

Groundskeeper - Gardener

Landscaping & Grounds MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDurban, South AfricaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Preferred education is a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Less than one year of related work experience is preferred.
The role requires the physical ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or an entire shift; move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; handle objects requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination; traverse sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces and ladders; and reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
No supervisory experience is required.
No license or certification is required.

Responsibilities

Monitor property grounds to ensure a pleasant appearance.
Maintain lawns by mowing, edging, raking leaves, and performing other lawn maintenance.
Wash, clean, and refuel equipment after use.
Maintain flower beds, baskets, and boxes by watering, removing weeds, trimming, and performing other maintenance.
Remove and bag trash from exterior trash cans.
Maintain the appearance of fountains, planters, and other grounds features by cleaning, replacing, or repairing them.
Maintain the appearance and safety of sidewalks, driveways, cart paths, and parking lots by filling cracks and holes and making other repairs.
Operate tractors, trucks, or utility vehicles to transport equipment and supplies.
Follow company, safety, and security policies and procedures; report defective equipment, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to a manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance, protect confidential proprietary information, and safeguard company assets.
Support the team in reaching common goals.
Visually inspect tools, equipment, and machines for defects.
Remove snow and maintain ice management where applicable.
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.

POSITION SUMMARY

Monitor property grounds to ensure a pleasant appearance. Maintain lawns by mowing, edging, raking leaves, and performing other lawn maintenance functions. Wash, clean, and re-fuel all equipment after use. Maintain flower beds, baskets, and boxes by watering, removing weeds, trimming, and performing other maintenance. Remove and bag trash from all exterior trash cans. Maintain the appearance of fountains, planters, or other grounds features by cleaning, replacing or making repairs. Maintain the appearance and safety of sidewalks, driveways, cart paths, or parking lots by filling in cracks, holes, and making other repairs. Operate tractors, trucks, or utility vehicles to transport equipment and supplies.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report defective equipment, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Support team to reach common goals. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down ladders. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Removal of snow and maintenance of ice management (if applicable). Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related Work Experience: Less than 1-year related work experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About the Company

Marriott International

Manages and franchises hotels around the world

Marriott International manages and franchises hotels and resorts for leisure and business travelers, with brands spanning luxury stays, select-service hotels and extended visits. Its portfolio includes The Ritz-Carlton, Sheraton and Courtyard, giving hotel owners different formats for serving guests. Most properties belong to third-party owners: Marriott earns management fees tied to hotel revenue and profit, or franchise royalties for use of its brands and systems, while owning or leasing a small share itself. The company also licenses its names for branded residences and vacation ownership properties. With operating roots dating to 1927, Marriott is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Bethesda, MD
Founded: 1927

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