Job Description

Job Summary
Assist the Grounds Manager with the daily upkeep of the grounds of Crystal Mountain.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepare and grade terrain, apply fertilizers, seed and sod lawns, transplant shrubs and plants.
• Plant seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground covers, trees, and shrubs, apply mulch for protection, using gardening tools.
• Plant new and repair established lawns using seed mixtures and fertilizers recommended for particular soil type and lawn location.
• Weed and grub around trees, bushes, and flower beds.
• Spray trees and shrubs and apply supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawns and trees.
• Maintain a weed and litter free entrance area.
• Haul and spread topsoil and spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
• Trim and pick flowers and cleans flower beds. Water trees/flowers as necessary.
• Learn approved uses for and follow proper maintenance of landscaping tools.
• Report any guest problems, requests, or complaints to your supervisor and follow up to resolve the issue if possible.
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor.
• Prune and trim trees, shrubs, and hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saw.
• Mow grass and turf using hand or power mower.
• Mix and spray or spread fertilizer, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees using hand or automatic sprayer or spreader.
• Water grass, shrubs, or trees using hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler system and cultivate gardens.
• Condition and prepare soil for planting using gardening tools.
• Remove leaves and other debris or litter from grounds, using rake, broom, or leaf blower.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications
Competencies:
• Clear and concise verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and able to maximize use of time, resources and technology.
• Able to analyze, interpret and present data in various formats.
• Dependable and meets goals.
• Exemplifies professional conduct and adherence to company Core Values.
Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
Physical & Other Requirements:
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work outdoors, in varying weather conditions.
• Must possess sufficient stamina to work under all types of weather conditions including extreme hot/ cold and to lift, carry, push or pull a variety of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Must have excellent attendance and conduct record for consideration.
• Non-smoking candidates preferred.

Crystal Mountain is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 2025 Silver Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

Established in 1956, Crystal Mountain is a family-owned, four-season resort destination located 28 miles southwest of Traverse City and a short drive from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The resort features lodging, dining, downhill and cross-country skiing, two championship golf courses, shopping, award-winning Crystal Spa, Michigan's only alpine slide, the Park at Water's Edge, Michigan Legacy Art Park, weddings and a conference center. Visit www.CrystalMountain.com.