Plantation Golf and Country Club
Clubhouse Landscaper
Plantation Golf and Country Club, Venice Center, New York, United States
Overview
The Clubhouse Landscaper performs daily groundskeeping duties to ensure all club facilities and their surrounding areas are clean, attractive, and well-maintained. This position requires hands-on labor and the ability to operate and maintain a variety of landscaping equipment. The landscaper is also responsible for promoting a positive image for the club by maintaining a high level of quality in their work.
Duties and Responsibilities
Grounds maintenance:
Perform routine upkeep of lawns and gardens, including mowing, edging, weeding, mulching, raking, and fertilizing.
Plant and bed care:
Plant, transplant, prune, and trim flowers, shrubs, and trees to promote healthy growth and a manicured appearance.
Debris removal:
Regularly blow and collect debris, such as leaves, from walkways, parking lots, and other club areas.
Waste management:
Collect and remove trash and litter from the grounds and empty trash receptacles.
Seasonal duties:
Perform seasonal tasks such as preparing landscapes for different weather conditions, planting new seasonal vegetation, and assisting with snow or ice removal in winter.
Irrigation management:
Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of all landscape areas.
Pest and weed control:
Apply pesticides or other chemical treatments for pest and weed management, following all safety protocols.
Equipment operation:
Safely operate and perform minor maintenance on landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
Safety compliance:
Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures and ensure the grounds are free of hazards.
Customer service:
Interact professionally and courteously with club members and guests while working on the property.
Inventory management:
Monitor and report landscaping supply needs to a supervisor.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
A high school diploma or GED is often preferred, but not always required.
Experience:
Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or a related field is preferred.
Technical knowledge:
Knowledge of horticulture, including planting, pruning, and soil preparation techniques.
Mechanical skills:
Proficiency in safely operating landscaping equipment, including gas-powered and hand tools.
Physical stamina:
The ability to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in various weather conditions, including standing, bending, and lifting heavy objects (e.g., up to 50 lbs).
Attention to detail:
A keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality, neat, and appealing grounds.
Work ethic:
Dependable, trustworthy, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Certification (as needed):
A state-specific pesticide applicator license may be required if handling chemicals.
Communication skills:
Good communication skills to interact with supervisors, colleagues, and club members.
Reporting Structure This position reports to the Director of Agronomy and General Manager.
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Duties and Responsibilities
Grounds maintenance:
Perform routine upkeep of lawns and gardens, including mowing, edging, weeding, mulching, raking, and fertilizing.
Plant and bed care:
Plant, transplant, prune, and trim flowers, shrubs, and trees to promote healthy growth and a manicured appearance.
Debris removal:
Regularly blow and collect debris, such as leaves, from walkways, parking lots, and other club areas.
Waste management:
Collect and remove trash and litter from the grounds and empty trash receptacles.
Seasonal duties:
Perform seasonal tasks such as preparing landscapes for different weather conditions, planting new seasonal vegetation, and assisting with snow or ice removal in winter.
Irrigation management:
Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of all landscape areas.
Pest and weed control:
Apply pesticides or other chemical treatments for pest and weed management, following all safety protocols.
Equipment operation:
Safely operate and perform minor maintenance on landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
Safety compliance:
Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures and ensure the grounds are free of hazards.
Customer service:
Interact professionally and courteously with club members and guests while working on the property.
Inventory management:
Monitor and report landscaping supply needs to a supervisor.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
A high school diploma or GED is often preferred, but not always required.
Experience:
Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or a related field is preferred.
Technical knowledge:
Knowledge of horticulture, including planting, pruning, and soil preparation techniques.
Mechanical skills:
Proficiency in safely operating landscaping equipment, including gas-powered and hand tools.
Physical stamina:
The ability to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in various weather conditions, including standing, bending, and lifting heavy objects (e.g., up to 50 lbs).
Attention to detail:
A keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality, neat, and appealing grounds.
Work ethic:
Dependable, trustworthy, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Certification (as needed):
A state-specific pesticide applicator license may be required if handling chemicals.
Communication skills:
Good communication skills to interact with supervisors, colleagues, and club members.
Reporting Structure This position reports to the Director of Agronomy and General Manager.
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