Landscape and Facility Maintenance Team Member

38635 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92203 near Avenue 40, Indio CA

Description

We are accepting applications for landscape and facilities maintenance staff to become a part of our friendly and passionate team! Our landscape and facilities team maintains our Metate Ranch tour and event spaces, conducts and coordinates general repair and maintenance at our office/shop in Palm Desert, and prepares, sets-up, and cleans-up our outdoor venues for weddings and corporate events at Metate Ranch. ***** METATE RANCH - General Landscape and Maintenance Responsibilities **** * Daily general repair, maintenance, and clean-up of all Ranch areas, equipment, and facilities using hand and small power tools (drills, saws, sanders, etc.) * Daily general landscaping including weeding, raking, watering, and trimming. * Collect and remove trash. * Clean out and maintain pumps for waterfalls, stream, and fountains. * Clear reeds from ponds. * Remove downed palm fronds from the oasis area. * Remove and clear debris on roads and trails. * Maintain dirt roads and trails - Drag and water the roads to keep them accessible by buses and other vehicles. * Remove rocks from from roads and trails. * Clear obstructions and repair dirt roads after rain and other weather events using a compact tractor. * Clean and sanitize portable restrooms daily. * Operate and maintain generators, compressors, UTV, and other work equipment and vehicles * Light construction and facilities improvement projects - painting, sanding, building * Maintain our outdoor facilities in a tour and event ready condition at all times * Complete maintenance and repair work in a timely fashion * Adhere to preventative maintenance schedules on all equipment * Order and replace broken parts or equipment * Maintain a clean and a safe work space - clean up and put away tools at the end of each shift * Clean and maintain UTV and other work vehicles ******* Event Set-Up and Clean-Up Responsibilities ******** * Set-up for weddings and events: - Move and set-up picnic tables per the event order - Wipe down all benches and tables - Set out pillows, cushions, and game equipment. - Put on tablecloths and set-out centerpieces. - Set-up lighting. - Set-out trash and recycling cans - Other preparation of the facilities as needed per the event order. - Assist with the delivery and set-up of generators, portable bathrooms, heaters, and other rentals. - Drag and water dirt roads for bus access. * Clean-up after weddings and events: - Remove and store lighting, games, tables and benches, pillows and cushions, centerpieces and other décor. - Empty and sort trash and recycling. - Pick up cigarette butts, plastic utensils, and other trash from the ground. - Rake and return facilities to tour ready condition. Other General Responsibilities: - General security during work-hours at Metate Ranch - Assist Fleet Manager with tour vehicle break-downs and bring back-up vehicles to stranded tour groups - Maintain accurate timekeeping records - Perform other duties, as assigned Minimum Qualifications: - Ability to read, write, speak and understand English - Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully to guests, vendors, and coworkers - Previous experience in maintenance, landscape, or other related fields - Basic carpentry skills - Familiarity with hand-held tools and equipment - Deadline and detail-oriented - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team - Ability to exercise good common sense and judgement - Ability to follow directions as well as think independently to solve problems - Ability to work outdoors year round (in the summer we only operate outdoors in the mornings) - Ability to lift up to 60 pounds - California driver's license and insurable on our commercial insurance - Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work - Must be reliable, dependable, trustworthy, have a good attitude, and strong work ethic - Must be fully vaccinated (proof of vaccination required for employment) - Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check - Flexible schedule - Ability and willingness to work weekends and holidays - Customer service orientation - Legal right to work in the US Desirable Qualifications: - Jack-of-all-trades / handyman - Landscape maintenance background or experience - Ability to operate heavy equipment - compact tractor, skip loader, excavator, fork lift, etc. - Electrical and/or outdoor lighting background or experience - Construction background or experience - Ability to be on-call - Ability and willingness to work as business needs dictate Metate Ranch is the primary tour and event location for Desert Adventures, consisting of about 800 acres of pristine, private property in the Indio Hills (off the north end of Monroe Street in Indio). Metate Ranch features include a natural palm oasis, winding canyons with unique geologic features, several picnic areas and outdoor event spaces, including the Enchanted Desert, our primary wedding and event venue. Visit us at www.red-jeep.com to learn more. This is a part-time (20-29 hours per week) position. Your schedule may vary from week to week, based on business demands. Desert Adventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We offer 401K with company matching. Sick time accrual is provided in accordance with California law. Full time employees (30+ hours per week) are eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, and vision insurance (after completion of a 60-day probationary period).