Live. Work. Explore. as a Greenskeeper at The Oasis at Death Valley!

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Golf team at the Oasis at Death Valley!
The Oasis at Death Valley is situated in a lush, spring-fed desert oasis, surrounded by the vast and arid desert of Death Valley National Park. The Oasis operates the historic AAA Four Diamond Inn and Ranch, restaurants, gift shops, and the world's lowest elevation golf course. Both hotels have swimming pools fed by naturally warm local springs and open year-round.

We’re hiring a Greenskeeper to Live. Work. Explore. in Death Valley National Park!

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the superintendent or assistant superintendent, maintain gardens and lawns. Caring for and cultivating foliage including planting, fertilizing, weeding, watering, trimming and pruning, soil conditioning, mulching and applying pesticides. Ensuring pathways, stairs, outdoor seating and other structures are free of debris. Installing, repairing and irrigation systems. Operating and maintaining garden and landscaping equipment.

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round

Start Dates: As soon as possible on next available check in date (approximately three weeks)

Pay: $17.65 per hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends and holidays)

Why the Oasis at Death Valley?
Death Valley National Park is in the northern Mojave Desert in California and is the largest National Park outside of Alaska. With incredibly diverse ecosystems, sand dunes, mountains, and America's lowest elevations, Death Valley is an incredible place to call home. We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests.

Life at the Oasis:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost

• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)

• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities

• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

Full-Time, Year-Round

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Disability Insurance

• 401k with match

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Programs

• Learning and Development Programs

Seasonal

• Sick Pay

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Program

• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Death Valley National Park pass

• Free access to pool, golf course, rec center, gym and sports court

• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

• Planned employee trips and activities

• 15% Verizon service/products discount

• $350 Referral Bonus Program

• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Operates lawn mowers and string trimmers in trimming greens, aprons, and tees and around trees. Edges cart paths, rakes, and maintains sand bunkers.

• Sets tee markers and cups on greens daily; maintains ball washers; replaces tee towels and flags when needed; removes debris; sands and seeds tees and drop area divots.

• Maintains fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis; reports equipment problems or failure to the golf course mechanic.

• Returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility; and cleans the maintenance area.

• Under the direction of the superintendent or assistant superintendent, the groundskeeper marks the course for cart control weekly; moves cart control barriers, and replaces worn or lost ropes and signs.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the care and maintenance of golf course. May use the following machines: tractor, spreader, verti-cutter, aerifier, top-dresser, and trencher.

• Performs other duties as directed by his/her supervisor.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of lawn care and maintenance machinery.

• Experience with all walking mowers and tractors.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. up to shoulder height.

• Must be able to withstand working in extreme summer temperatures.

• Must be able to work on feet for at least 8 hours per day

• Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, reach, and grasp.

• Must be able to talk or hear, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.