Weekend Groundskeeper

The responsibility of a Groundskeeper is to maintain the beauty of plants, outdoor grounds, and trees across multiple gardens and lawns. The Groundskeeper performs a range of general maintenance tasks including designing, producing, renewing and preserving outside spaces at the Chestnut Inn . The Groundskeeper works in collaboration with the garden design team, the maintenance, team, and department heads.

We are searching for a competent and reliable groundskeeper to maintain our company gardens and lawns. They will be responsible for all general maintenance tasks related to the garden and lawns including planting new trees, servicing garden machinery, mowing, weed whacking, snow/ice removal and conducting regular pruning.

To succeed in this role, you should be physically fit and able to manage small and heavy machinery. The ideal candidate will be friendly, professional and possess some knowledge of effective gardening techniques, lawn maintenance, and snow removal. Weekends and holidays are a must.

The ideal candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule. One to two years of gardening and landscaping experience is a preferred.

Maintain and grow the garden to ensure it meets specific requirements and expectations

Perform basic maintenance such as pruning, cutting the grass, emptying bins, managing weed control and leaf raking

Plant and nurture new trees, flowers, and various plants

Mow, trim, edge, fertilize, water, and aerate lawns; prune and shape hedges and trees

schedule watering to optimize plant health

Prepare soil, apply mulch, and maintain landscape beds to support plant growth

Safely operate mowers, tractors, leaf blowers, aerators, plows, and other landscaping tools; maintain equipment in good condition

Completed outdoor maintenance including lawn/garden maintenance and snow/ice removal

Perform all assigned tasks, coordinate with other landscaping professionals, and advise on landscape care

Report equipment malfunctions, injuries, and accidents to the supervisor

Maintain clean, organized work areas and securely stores equipment and supplies

Service all garden equipment and machinery

Maintain a clean garden by clearing rubbish and litter from the garden and grounds

Provide guidance to supervisors on matters related to the garden, including inventory and ordering, safety, and horticultural needs

Ability to handle a range of horticultural and lawn machinery and powered hand and riding tools.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Able to work weekends, holidays, and some nights