About this role
Position Summary: Candidate for this position must be highly motivated to work and supervise employees in day to day responsibilities. Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, and exhibit good decision making skills in the field of work. They should have a strong eye for detail pertaining to landscape maintenance and able to meet high performance standards in an upscale resort environment. Must be able to follow directions clearly, communicate to employees, and with management team to ensure maintenance responsibilities, standards, and goals met.
Pay Rate: The rate of pay listed on job boards are auto-generated numbers. Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s actual rate of pay will be determined during the hiring process.
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Horticulture, Turf Grass Management, or related field strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in landscape maintenance and/or turf grass management.
- Resort landscape maintenance and or/ golf course experience a plus.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have own transportation to and from the resort.
Expectations & Responsibilities:
Work, lead, and supervise employees in aspects of landscape maintenance, which include, but not limited to:
- Policing grounds for trash, litter, and debris
- Planting bed maintenance
- Enhancement bed maintenance and installation
- Pruning
- Mowing
- Chemical application
- Irrigation Maintenance
- Must adhere to Company Core Values and Standards on a daily basis.
Essential Physical Requirements:
- 100% standing during shift. Capable of working consecutive hours without sitting down.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to lift, bend, stoop and reach.
- Work outdoors year round in all weather conditions.
Perks & Benefits:
- Exclusive Discounts offered at the Hotel & Villas, 5 Golf Courses, Spa, Restaurants, Recreation and Retail Shops
- Employee Meal Program
- Employee Trainings and Appreciation Events throughout the year
- Recognition Awards and Incentive Events, Peer to Peer Recognition
- Leadership & Career Development
- Bi-annual Wellness Fair
- Free Parking!
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Vacation Pay - available for Full Time employees after 60days of employment.
- 401k – available after 30 days of employment
Our Story:
Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a destination for luxury golf and beach vacations near Charleston, South Carolina. We offer Five-Star accommodations, world-class resort amenities, award-winning recreational activities, and some of the most respected golf courses in the nation.
The resort concentrates on hiring the best individuals. Each of our talented and skilled employees strive for our mission to be recognized as the best golf and tennis resort on the East Coast. We are committed to providing employees with caring, gracious service in the traditions of genuine southern hospitality.
Join the BEST, APPLY NOW and Work in Paradise!
All offers of employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are contingent upon the results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or due to pregnancy.
We truly appreciate your interest in Kiawah Island Golf Resort. If you have any questions regarding employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, please reach out to [email protected].
Other facts
About Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Located along 10 miles of pristine beach about 25 miles south of Charleston, S.C., Kiawah Island Golf Resort consistently ranks as one of the country’s top resorts. It includes The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the resort’s Forbes Five Star/AAA Five Diamond 255-room hotel and spa, nearly 500 private villas and luxury homes, over one dozen dining establishments, and five championship golf courses, including The Ocean Course, host of the 1991 Ryder Cup, the 2012 PGA Championship and 2021 PGA Championship. For 15 of the past 17 years, the resort has ranked as the number-one tennis resort in the world by TennisResortsOnline.com, and features acclaimed recreation and nature programs.
What you'll do
- The Landscaping Supervisor will lead and supervise employees in various aspects of landscape maintenance. Responsibilities include policing grounds, maintaining planting beds, pruning, mowing, and chemical application.
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