Groundskeeper, Shenandoah National Park

The opportunity


Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Groundskeeper to join our team at Shenandoah National Park in Virginia . As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for ensuring the appearance and cleanliness of the grounds adhere to company standards.


If you want a job at the world's most storied national parks, hotels, or resorts, feed your sense of wonder while creating memorable experiences for our guests; apply now.


Pay


$16.00 - $16.00 / hour


Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .

What we offer

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
• Employee discounts - 30% off most items
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties


Life in Shenandoah National Park


Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

• Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksite
• Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
• Shared fire pit area for use in the dorm area
• Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
• Tons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and horseback riding

What will you do?

• Mow lawn using hand, power, or riding mower and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls
• Landscape by planting and watering flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes
• Sweep walkway of debris and install lawn furniture
• Rake, mulch, and prune the grounds as needed
• Trim shrubs and pull weeds
• Stock firewood to guest rooms
• Assist maintenance staff with task as needed
• This position requires driving a company vehicle on a daily basis
• Empty Trash Bins

More about you

• Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in general maintenance or repair for commercial facility required
• No high school diploma or GED required
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Physical requirements

• Manual dexterity sufficient to use hand tools and paint
• Ability to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions in all seasons

Shift details


Days
Evenings
Holidays
M-F
Weekends

Who we are

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It's a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.


Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.


Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.


Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.