SUMMARY:

Cleans and maintains public areas of hotel. The Facilities Groundskeeper/Laborer will be responsible for the upkeep and appearance of outdoor areas at the KwaTaqNuk property. May use all gardening tools, rakes, and hand tools. Will not use power equipment. The work is labor- intensive and requires the use of a variety of hand tools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Answer radio calls from staff when contacted. A radio will always be required to be on this person during shift.
• Ensure compliance with established rules and regulations.
• Daily clean parking lot of all trash and debris.
• Clean all flower beds in spring and fall.
• Planting of all flowers and some trees as needed.
• Keep the main entrance free of litter & debris, including bird droppings on all surfaces.
• Clean outside garbage cans, using odor spray and reline with clean trash bags.
• Take all garbage outside and place in compactor.
• Snow removal with hand tools.
• Assist with delivery and organization of supplies.
• Assists any persons in building or grounds needing direction or Resort information.
• Communicates potential problems with Maintenance Supervisor.
• Periodic specific outdoors cleaning projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Operate shovels, gardening hand tools, etc.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Skill in identifying work needed and acting accordingly.
• Skill in observing situations and decision making.
• Skill in dealing courteously with the public.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work unsupervised.
• Must be trustworthy.
• Maintain a teamwork attitude.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma required.
• 6 months of custodial/grounds keeping experience required.