Groundskeeper

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Groundskeeper.

Responsibilities

Performs routine labor and operates light motorized equipment involved in daily golf course and landscape maintenance and construction; and performs related work as required.

• Operates light motorized equipment in mowing greens, tees, aprons, around trees, banks, and hillsides; cleans and edges cart-paths; edges, rakes, and maintains sand bunkers.
• Operates light motorized carts for transportation and material hauling.
• Maintains fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis; reports equipment problems or failure to the Equipment Manager immediately.
• Returns all equipment cleaned to the designated location at the maintenance facility; and cleans all maintenance areas.
• Collects litter.
• Helps in project work, grades and prepares soil base, lays sod, excavates and backfills tranches.
• Participates in annual over-seeding of grass areas.
• May be asked to operate mowers, tractors, or other light equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English.
• Driving skills required.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to manage others.
• Frequent reaching, bending, heavy lifting (50 lbs.)
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to adapt to extremes of temperature and inclement weather from outdoor working environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand while working.
• Ability to bend, kneel or squat.
• Wrist dexterity.
• Pushing/pulling and lifting/ carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive movement of arm at shoulder and both hands.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to twist neck.

Wage Information

The hourly rate for this position is $21.19.

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. 

What is in it for you: 

• Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
• Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
• Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.

Health and Retirement Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Holidays

All Full-time and Part-time employees are eligible for:

• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.