Groundskeeper

Location:

163 Pine Creek Rd, Livingston, MT 59047, USA

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks. Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused and innovative.

Designated Supervisor and General Manager

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining a visually appealing and functional outdoor space for campground guests. Responsibilities include mowing grass, raking leaves, pruning trees and shrubs, trash pickup and removal, watering plants, removing weeds, cleaning benches and other structures, and applying pest control methods to plant life. Proper maintenance of the lawn and maintenance equipment is essential. They will commonly work with a team to pull weeds, deadhead flowers, and perform labor-intensive tasks such as painting buildings and equipment, repairing fountains, chopping tree branches, and moving debris with a wheelbarrow.

A Groundskeeper should enjoy outdoor work in all weather and have an understanding of which plants work best for their climate and seasons. They may haul heavy bags of soil or fertilizer and operate lawnmowers, leaf blowers and chain saws in a safe and efficient manner.

• Daily lawn care to include mowing, weeding, raking, trimming, watering, and seeding of lawns and shrubbery.
• Follow all safety guidelines for the operation of equipment and chemicals.
• Operate and maintain garden and landscaping equipment, trucks, golf carts, and power tools.
• Operate and maintain hand tools, such as loppers, saws, and shovels.
• Utilize insecticides, fertilizers, and chemical sprays to treat diseases.
• Keep grounds free from trash, litter, and debris, and empty trash receptacles.
• Conduct irrigation audits and perform basic irrigation repairs.
• Remove snow using a shovel or snow blower.
• Change light bulbs, paint walls, woodwork, furniture, and equipment.
• Make minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Approach all encounters with guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency with planning and thoughtful decision making.
• Maintain property by following the quality assurance manual.
• Foster a work environment that maximizes employee involvement, morale and delivers KOA Culture, Mission, Values and Goals.

• Visually appealing and well-maintained grounds free of trash and debris.
• Projects completed properly, safely and timely.
• Use of safe work practices for a secure work environment for staff and campground guests.

• Knowledge of gardening techniques
• Familiarity with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment
• Understanding of fertilizer, pesticide, and gasoline dispensing
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, lift and carry 25 pounds occasionally and 10 pounds regularly.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects weighing up to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to operate various loud and vibrating maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb and move safely over uneven terrain.
• Able to work inside and outdoors and in various climates.

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. The company is committed to fair treatment of all persons. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors, or any other protected status.

KOA does not sponsor visas.

KOA currently does NOT hire in the following states:
Alaska, District of Columbia, Idaho, Louisiana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont.

163 Pine Creek Rd, Livingston, MT 59047, USA