Groundskeeper

The Karr Group, Killington’s largest hospitality management company, is seeking hardworking, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our Groundskeeping Team.

As a Groundskeeper, you will help maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of our properties. This role is essential to creating clean, attractive, and welcoming environments for our guests and employees. You’ll perform landscaping, seasonal property maintenance, and general outdoor upkeep across multiple Karr Group properties.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining outdoor spaces, and thrives in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping and property maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, planting, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, and raking
• Remove trash and debris from grounds and outdoor areas
• Prepare properties for seasonal weather conditions, including leaf removal, snow shoveling, salting, and ice removal
• Operate landscaping and maintenance equipment such as zero-turn mowers, weed trimmers, hedge trimmers, saws, and sprayers
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-kept outdoor spaces across all properties
• Follow all company safety procedures and operational standards
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Previous groundskeeping, landscaping, or property maintenance experience preferred
• Experience operating a zero-turn mower is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Strong work ethic with excellent reliability and time management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures

Benefits

• Employee discounts at all Karr Group establishments
• Discounted ski, mountain bike, and golf passes
• Company-sponsored recreational activities
• Discounts at participating local businesses, including restaurants and ski/snowboard shops
• Free or discounted entry to The Pickle Barrel Nightclub and the Wobbly Barn

About The Karr Group

The Karr Group operates some of Killington’s most popular hospitality destinations, including The Pickle Barrel Nightclub, JAX Food & Games, The Foundry at Summit Pond, Charity’s 1887 Saloon, the Wobbly Barn, Mad Hatter’s Scoops, and The Waterwheel Trading Post.

The Karr Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits

* Employee discount

Application Question(s)

• Do you have experience operating landscaping equipment such as zero-turn mowers, weed trimmers, hedge trimmers, or snow removal equipment?
• Are you comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, rain, and snow?

Experience

* Groundskeeping: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification

* Driver's license (Preferred)

Location

* Killington, VT 05751 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

* Killington, VT 05751 (Required)

Work Location: In person