About this role
Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB: The Exterior Gardener position is primarily responsible for the day-to-day gardening and horticulture operations to ensure that all outdoor landscape areas are well-maintained and visually appealing.
THE STARTING RATE: $21.77 hourly
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
• Responsible for always maintaining the MGMRI standards of service to guests and coworkers.
• Plant and transplant flowers, shrubs, trees, hedges, and other vegetation; expertly prune to maintain shape and promote growth; water adequately considering weather conditions, location, and plant requirements.
• Weed, fertilized, and monitor plant nutrition in flower beds and plant areas; apply chemicals as needed following safety guidelines and regulations; exercise proper horticultural practices and industry standards.
• Install irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants, drainage, and soil composition.
• Monitor and control pests and diseases to prevent damage to plants.
• Clean and maintain outdoor spaces to include rock application, raking, blowing, washing, and similar activities.
• Properly use a variety of manual hand tools such as rakes, hand saws, pruning shears, shovels, hoes, fertilizer spreaders, pesticide sprayers, sod knifes, and hedge shears.
• Operate specialized power and motorized equipment such as blowers, hedge trimmers, light tractors, lawnmowers, chainsaws, and rototillers.
• Drive and operate company vehicles, trailers, and/or specialized carts to travel between properties and transport materials and equipment.
• Clean and maintain gardening tools, equipment, and supply areas to ensure good working conditions.
• Follow MGMRI policies and procedures for mobile devices to include work order creation, response, and completion.
• Inspect the work area to identify and report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor or management.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Has a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Have 2+ Years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Have 2+ Years of prior relevant experience in commercial landscape maintenance or resort setting
• Have 1+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience in landscape installation or renovation
• Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays
• DL/DMV printout required
• One (1) year of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems - Preferred
• Two (2) years of experience in plant health care, turf maintenance, and tree care - Preferred
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=12154 Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!