What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Manager - Facilities position at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions?
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions delivers a beyond expectations waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The authentically African-themed resort is home to America's largest indoor waterparks and features well-appointed guest rooms, full-service Spa Kalahari, a fun-filled family entertainment center, on-site signature restaurants, unique retail shops and a state-of-the-art convention center.
We are inviting you to apply for our open Grounds Maintenance Manager role. In this position, you'll oversee the planning, development, and implementation of landscape design around resort grounds. You'll be responsible for ensuring that the property grounds is maintained at the best possible condition at all times with the least amount of inconvenience to guests and associates in all types of weather.
The Grounds Maintenance Manager is responsible for maintaining the grounds outside the building to include but not limited to: trimming of grass, trees, shrubs, removal, and planting of all types of plants, as well as snow removal and hazards/obstructions removed.
Experience Required:
- Two (2) years of landscape experience, including layout.
- Knowledge of planting and shrub maintenance.
- Previous supervisory experience.
Experience Preferred:
- Previous hospitality or related experience helpful.
- Previous experience with exterior plant maintenance.
Physical Requirements:
- Possible heavy workloads: exerting up to 100 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds constantly.
- Bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching involved.
- Must be able to adapt to the changing weather, i.e., work in warm/humid, hot/humid, and cold/freezing outdoor environments.
- Be able to work flexible and long hours sometimes and weekends, nights, and holidays.
If your background is what we're seeking and your personality is one of service to others, please consider joining our growing and industry leading team.
Company Mission
We promise to deliver products and services beyond expectations.
Recruiting Vision
We understand that the individual is the most important element in the recruitment process. In mirroring the spirit of the brand, we promise authenticity, curiosity, honesty, timeliness, and follow-through. Whether a current opening exists or not, relationship building is critical to the success of our company.
A Sampling of Our Benefits
Our team enjoys a comprehensive and attractive benefits plan:
- Promotion from within
- Mental, Financial, Physical, Work/Life and Career wellness initiatives
- Educational opportunities
- Full and varied benefit package available for full-time associates
- 401(k) with company match
- Appreciation days, parties, and retention programs
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Discounts and resort perks
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions frequently receives awards and accolades for taking care of its associates and our guests. Recognition includes Forbes America's Best Midsize Employers, Condé Nast Traveler's #1 World's Coolest Indoor Waterparks, Best Family-Friendly Meeting Hotel and Resort in Smart Meeting's Smart Stars Awards, Parents' Magazine Kids' Travel Award Winner and TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards.
Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin (2000), Sandusky, Ohio (2005), Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania (2015), Round Rock, Texas (2020), and Spotsylvania County, Virginia (2026).
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an equal opportunity employer.
