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Landscaping Technician / Shop Mechanic

Kiawahresort, Charleston, SC, United States


Position Summary
The Landscape Shop Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a variety of landscaping equipment to ensure the grounds are well maintained and visually appealing. This role is crucial to ensure that all tools and equipment are in optimal working condition to support our landscape operations.

Pay Rate
The rate of pay listed on job boards are auto-generated numbers. Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s actual rate of pay will be determined during the hiring process.

Qualifications

Minimum Education – High School diploma or GED.

Minimum Age – 18 years or older due to the nature of the role.

Minimum Experience – Minimum of 6 months working in related field.

Held a full time position for 6 months or more within one position.

Must work both independently and in a team environment.

Good to Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Must be able to pass a background check.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have own transportation to and from the resort.

Responsibilities

All aspects of landscape maintenance, which include, but are not limited to:

Follow checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined monthly

Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, checking fluid levels, and rotating tires, 2 stroke tune ups

Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience

Order and pick-up parts from vendors

Repair or replace worn parts, such as blades, ties and wheels

Perform repairs to manufacturer specifications

Explain equipment problems and repairs to staff

Assisting with our fleet maintenance team in repairs of our landscape vehicles

Policing grounds for trash, litter, and debris

Planting flower/shrub tree bed assistance with landscape team members

Enhancement bed maintenance and installation with heavy machinery

Installing drainage systems with heavy machinery

Pruning, mowing, chemical application, Irrigation Maintenance

Capable of using and training landscape heavy machine operation

Uphold the core values, policies, and procedures of the resort.

Able to use Microsoft apps to complete charts and tracking equipment procedures

All other duties, as assigned

Essential Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. across short-medium distances.

Must be able to stand for entirety of shift, while bending, stretching, and lifting.

Must be able to work in all-weather conditions, sometimes light rain or extreme heat.

Must be able to work on site due to daily needs of the job requirements.

Benefits

Exclusive Discounts offered at the Hotel & Villas, 5 Golf Courses, Spa, Restaurants, Recreation and Retail Shops

Employee Meal Program

Employee Trainings and Appreciation Events throughout the year

Recognition Awards and Incentive Events, Peer to Peer Recognition

Bi-annual Wellness Fair

Free Parking!

Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Vacation Pay – available for Full Time employees after 60 days of employment.

401k – available after 30 days of employment

Equal Opportunity
All offers of employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are contingent upon the results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or due to pregnancy.

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