Groundskeeper - Seasonal

Overview Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Maintenance team at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel! Located in Williams, Arizona, the historic Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel is the place to get your career on the right track! Open year-round, the Grand Canyon Railway operates scenic train rides, a full-service restaurant, pub, retail shops, and 3-diamond hotel. No matter what your job is, you will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests. We’re hiring a seasonal Groundskeeper - all aboard for a fun and exciting job! Job Summary The Groundskeeper is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of The Grand Canyon Railway property grounds while maintaining a positive attitude and professional appearance. The Details Position Type: Seasonal, Full-Time Seasonal DateS: 10/19/2026 - 2/1/2027 Pay: $17.85 per hour Why Grand Canyon Railway? We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are proud to offer these unique Grand Canyon experiences. Life at the Grand Canyon Railway No employee housing available A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world! Benefits and Perks Free gym and pool access Free train tickets Free entry to Bearizona Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties The adventure of a lifetime! Responsibilities Fully understand and support Xanterra’s Mission Statement, Cultural Pillars, Community Commitment and Core Values.Maintain and operate all hand and power tools including lawn mowers, edgers, trimmers etc. Maintain and operate automatic sprinkler system in its entirety including determining and executing proper irrigation schedules for lawn and shrub areas. Maintain and care for vegetation including disease identification, fertilization, trimming, pruning, transplanting, planting and the like. Maintain fire defensive perimeter around assigned buildings. If necessary plow sidewalks for snow removal. Trim trees, shrubs and other vegetation as required and properly dispose of clippings. Perform preventive maintenance on all assigned power tools and mowers. Follow all applicable safety, risk management and environmental policies and procedures as related to the Gardener position. Wear all personal protective gear as required in performing job. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Must be mechanically Inclined. Must be at least 19 years of age to operate equipment. A valid Arizona Driver’s License and be able to comply with the Xanterra/GCR Company Vehicle Policy. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in turf and shrub care or landscape maintenance. Knowledge of lawn care equipment including use and maintenance. Knowledge of rooms and hotel layout on GCR property, including general knowledge of Xanterra Grand Canyon Railway guest services with the ability to convey information to the guests. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly standing, walking, balancing, climbing, twisting, eye/hand coordination, manual dexterity, handling, wrist motion, bending/ stooping, ascending and descending ladder. Trunk Strength-The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving our or fatiguing. Static Strength-The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects. Constant carrying, bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 10lbs. Frequently carrying, bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 25lbs. Occasionally carrying, bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 100lbs. Constantly listening, hearing, seeing, and speaking. Will be required to stand and walk for long periods of time on cement floors and to occasionally walk on uneven surfaces. Xanterra Parks & Resorts® Grand Canyon Railway (GCR) "We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Female/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity." #J-18808-Ljbffr XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION