Groundskeeper [S] at Newport Aquarium in Valdosta, GA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain an aesthetically pleasing, sanitary environment both indoors and outdoors in all guest view and back areas
• Ensure the walkways and streets are cleared of debris, leaves, and dirt each scheduled/operating morning by using a backpack blower
• Prepare parking lot and park for operation by removing all trash and debris from public areas, including walkways, trash receptacles, landscaped areas, etc.
• Sweep all park walkways and remove trash and debris from benches, tables, and landscaped areas
• Empty and wipe down all park trashcans
• Collect and empty refuse and recyclable material throughout the park and all buildings, discarding the materials in designated dumpsters or bins
• Follow all SDS guidelines for all products used
• Maintain clean work areas and storage closest areas
• Assist with group picnics/events as assigned
• Assist the Park Services Team Lead with daily, monthly, and yearly operations as necessary
• Report any unsafe actions or areas or any needed repairs to your team lead/ supervisor
• Work cooperatively with all departments and assist as necessary
• Perform all duties within quality and efficiency standards
• Maintain a groomed look and good personal hygiene, including wearing a clean WA uniform
• Must be willing to work outside his or her zone of assignment to fulfill general park needs on occasion
• Ensure compliance with all Herschend Family Entertainment and Wild Adventures policies and procedures
• Represents the company to guests and other team members in a positive and friendly manner
• Satisfies Wild Adventure’s standards for performance and conduct. For example, reports to work regularly and on time
• “Create Memories Worth Repeating” for our Guests by exceeding guest expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and the presence of dust and odors. Team Members are susceptible to the exposure of various chemicals, bodily fluids and blood-borne pathogens, prolonged exposure to sunlight or rainy conditions

Required Skills:

COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)

• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Detail-Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the small things. Like wiping down the stainless steel trash cans in the restrooms or removing spots from the mirrors
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her drive or initiative and not requiring constant supervision to achieve positive results
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
N (Not Applicable)
O (Occasionally)
F (Frequently)
C (Constantly)
Stand
Walk
Sit
Manually Manipulate
Grasp
Reach Outward
Reach Above Shoulder
Speak
Climb
Crawl
Squat or Kneel
Bend
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
Sense of Sound - the ability to hear with both ears
Sense of Smell
Sense of Taste
Sense of Touch

Required Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be able to wear appropriate job-specific personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must be available to work days, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Must have reliable transportation

Wild Adventures Theme Park is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Wild Adventures Theme Park drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.