Watering Assistant - Seasonal at Flying Horse Resort & Club

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jul, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

26 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Irrigation maintenance, Landscaping, Plant health monitoring, Manual irrigation, Equipment operation, Detail-oriented, Communication skills, Organizational skills, Time management, Physical stamina

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80921Position Type: SeasonalSalary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayFlying Horse Resort and Club, located in the heart of Colorado Springs, is a premier destination for luxury, comfort, and world-class hospitality. Our resort offers an exceptional experience with top-notch amenities including two championship golf courses, luxury hotel, state-of-the-art fitness club, rejuvenating spa, fine dining options, and more. Our Flying Horse team is composed of dedicated professionals who strive to deliver unparalleled service to our guests. We value diverse skill sets and experiences, as they contribute to our dynamic and vibrant work environment. We're continually seeking to expand our team with individuals who have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to creating memorable experiences for our guests. Join us at Flying Horse Resort and Club, your success starts now. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: The Watering Assistant plays a vital role in maintaining the lush, vibrant landscaping and annual flower displays across the Flying Horse grounds, including planters, hanging baskets, wagons, and the golf course. This position supports irrigation efforts by ensuring plants are properly watered, healthy, and receiving appropriate fertility to thrive. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to work both independently and as part of a team, and capable of safely operating irrigation equipment. Essential duties are as follows: Assist in the care and maintenance of planters, baskets, wagons, and other landscaped areas as needed on the Club grounds and golf course through manual irrigation. Work closely with team members to ensure that watering and irrigation tasks are completed efficiently and in line with quality standards. Assist with monitoring plant health, checking water needs, and managing the fertility of the plants to ensure proper growth and maintenance. Experience with troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on irrigation systems is preferred. Willingness to learn and improve is a must. Competent in and/or willingness to learn the safe operation of irrigation equipment, such as irrigation systems and tools, for daily maintenance and watering tasks. Incorporates safe working practices while performing necessary duties of the job. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather. Must be able to lift 25lbs. Must be able to bend, stoop and crawl. This job requires weekends, holidays and overtime as needed. QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 1 year experience in horticulture preferred, but not required A valid driver’s license is required. Ability to work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling Must possess punctuality, reliability, and a strong attention to detail. A self-motivated individual with excellent organizational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong communication skills are a must, with the ability to work independently and efficiently without direct supervision. ADDITIONAL NOTES: Reports to Horticulturist for the fulfillment of functions and responsibilities. Will have contact with various members of Flying Horse Resort & Club staff, homeowners, members and other industry related people and is to conduct relationships in a professional manner that will enhance the overall marketing and operational success of the company. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. BENEFITS FOR PART TIME OR SEASONAL JOBS: Flying Horse Resort & Club complies with Colorado labor laws by providing eligible benefits to part-time and seasonal employees. Under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year. Other legally required benefits, such as workers' compensation and unemployment insurance, also apply.

Responsibilities

The Watering Assistant is responsible for maintaining the landscaping and flower displays across the resort grounds and golf course through manual irrigation. This role involves monitoring plant health, managing fertility, and performing minor repairs on irrigation systems.