Posted 2mo ago

Groundskeeper Assistant - Summer 2026 Part Time

@ Grand America Hotels & Resorts
Huntsville, Utah, United States
OnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Plant care, Lawn maintenance, Pruning trees
Requirements Summary:Basic yard care equipment knowledge; ability to use hand tools; valid driver’s license; outdoor work in mountain weather; lift 50 lbs; some weekend/holiday availability.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Mowers, Aerators, Verticutters, String Trimmers, Edgers, Tillers, Hand Tools, Trucks, ATVs, Tractors, Front-end Loaders, Forklifts, Irrigation tools
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Job Description

What you'll be doing:

  • Plant & Flower Care: Watering, deadheading, weeding flower beds and containers. 
  • Lawn & Vegetation Maintenance: Mowing, raking, watering, fertilizing lawns; caring for trees, shrubs, and other plants. 
  • Pruning & Trimming: Trimming and pruning bushes and trees. 
  • Weed Control: General weeding and applying herbicides/insecticides/fertilizers as needed. 
  • Irrigation Support: Assisting with repairs, timers, pipes, pumps, and valves. 
  • Other tasks: As assigned, including coordinating with other employees and event schedules. 

Equipment You'll Use 

  • Mowers (riding and push), aerators, verticutters, string trimmers, edgers, tillers, hand tools. 
  • Vehicles: Trucks, ATVs, tractors, front-end loaders, forklifts. 
  • Irrigation tools: Timers, pipe risers, pumps, valves. 

You'll need to get certified in ATV, forklift, and heavy equipment operation. 

What you'll need to do the job:

      Required: 

  • Basic knowledge of yard care equipment. 
  • Ability to use hand tools (rakes, shovels, trimmers, etc.) for hours at a time. 
  • Valid driver's license. 
  • Comfort working outdoors in various mountain weather conditions for long periods. 
  • Capable of lifting/carrying at least 50 lbs. 
  • Availability to work some weekends/holidays 

      Preferred (but not required): 

  • Background in lawn/turf care. 
  • Experience with flowers, trees, or plants. 
  • Irrigation system knowledge and repair. 
  • Safety Focus: Wear proper PPE, follow safety protocols, use proper lifting techniques, and maintain equipment safely. 
  • Physical Demands: Very physical — extended time outdoors, lifting 50+ lbs, repetitive tool use, bending, standing, etc. Mountain weather can include heat, cold, wind, or rain. 

Is This a Good Fit? 

      Yes, if you: 

  • Enjoy physical outdoor work and landscaping/gardening. 
  • Like working in a scenic mountain environment with access to hiking/biking. 
  • Can handle variable weather and long hours on your feet. 
  • Are reliable, self-motivated, and safety-conscious. 
  • Challenges: Physically demanding, weather exposure, potential for variable schedules (including weekends/holidays), and coordinating around events.