About this role
- Proud to have opened our doors in September 2015.
- Located approximately one hour west of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort in Murphy, NC. We’re about two hours from Knoxville, Chattanooga, and downtown Atlanta.
- Distinguished by our seven-story Hotel Tower, offering 300 guest rooms and 27 deluxe rooms.
- Made to entertain with 70 table games, including blackjack, roulette, craps, and 1,100 slot machines.
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel Position Description
Position title: Groundskeeper I
Department: Engineering
Grade/flsa status: H10 - Non-Exempt
BADGE TYPE/COLOR
Work Permit--Green rEPORTS tO: Grounds Supervisor
SUPERVISES
N/A
JOB SUMMARY
Maintain and upkeep property grounds and landscaping.
JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values
- Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all property hardscape areas. i.e., parking garages, porte-cocheres, patios, loading docks, sidewalks, etc.
- Maintain, cultivate, fertilize, and irrigate landscaped beds and islands
- Mow and cultivate grassed islands and yards
- Install new landscaping and renovate existing
- Trim and mow banks and fringe areas as well as property trees and shrubs
- Cut and remove dead plants and trees
- Clean parking decks, lots, beds and landscaped areas
- Maintain grounds tools, equipment and vehicles
- Drive and operate tractors with backhoe and front-end loaders
- Perform routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance checks
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Ensure that all work is performed, and any waste products disposed of, in accordance with State and Federal law
- Understand agriculture chemical labels and/or take necessary classes to become certified to work with the chemicals
- Perform pressure washing as scheduled
- Flexible and receptive to change in work environment and procedure
- Participative member of the team by volunteering and being involved in projects, committees, and task forces by providing input and suggestions
- Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associates degree in Grounds management or Horticulture preferred
- Grounds keeping related certifications preferred
- One years of experience in commercial/resort grounds maintenance or verifiable equivalent experience required
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company driver eligibility requirements, including fewer than three moving violations and fewer than three accidents within the past three years, and no disqualifying driving-related incidents within the past three years, including suspension of driving privileges, DUI/DWI convictions, reckless driving convictions, two or more speeding violations exceeding 25 mph over the posted speed limit, or any citation for unlawful cell phone use while operating a vehicle
- Must be 21 years of age or older required
- Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills:
- Ability to drive and operate all types of light trucks and utility vehicles required
- Ability to operate and maintain all types of lawn and garden equipment required
- Ability to maintain and repair basic plumbing and electrical systems required
- Experience with and ability to operate and maintain pressure washer required
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently
- Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene
- Documented teamwork behaviors and attitudes
- Experience in the basic principles of landscaping
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items
- Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino and surrounding property (uneven terrain and grades)
- Must be able to lift 80 pounds and carry 50 pounds
- Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
- Must be able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations
- Must be able to have exposure to adverse outdoor weather situations (rain, snow, extreme heat, etc)
- Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration crowds, and air quality including second hand smoke
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary. 7.30.26