GROUNDSKEEPER
Boyd Gaming
**What would I be doing?**
The Engineer 1 performs general landscaping and manual work necessary to maintain facility grounds which also may include garages, walkways, lots and roads; maintains and grooms all plants and vegetation; assists in the maintenance of exterior lighting; and provides routine support duties to higher level staff; and performs related tasks within area of assignment.
**Responsibilities**
_(These function are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)_
Delivers superior internal and external guest service in Boyd Style by ensuring every interaction includes our Six Core Service Standards (Look sharp, smile and greet the guest; Be friendly, polite and use courteous language; Provide especially timely and knowledgeable service and then some; Always find solutions to guests’ problems; Use the guest’s name when appropriate; Thank the guest and invite him or her back.); and work harmoniously with fellow team members.
Cleans and maintains all aspects of the exterior areas; which may include mowing grass, plowing snow, watering lawns, feeding and trimming shrubs, tending flower beds and regularly inspecting assigned work areas to ensure proper property standards are maintained.
Remove refuse and trash from grounds, garage and a variety of exterior areas; pick up trash and clean garage and all exterior areas as assigned; and clean dumpster and loading dock areas.
Repair and maintain facility sidewalks, streetscapes, parking lots, grass, plants, trees and shrubs; operate lawn and grounds equipment including power mowers, snow blowers, bucket loaders and/or street sweepers to clean and maintain the grounds, garage, parking lots and roadways; assists with minor exterior building maintenance as required; and may operate other power equipment as assigned.
Maintain all landscaping and assist with planning, planting and maintaining exterior and interior landscaping in accordance with the landscaping plan which includes mowing lawn, mulching, edging, tree and shrub trimming, flower planting, etc.; recommend suitable purchase and locations of trees and shrubs; and may apply pesticides to plans as directed.
Power washes exterior areas as assigned in a variety of areas that include pool decks and sidewalks; performs snow and ice removal and treatment when needed.
Re-lamp exterior lighting fixtures; perform basic preventative maintenance and replace bulbs as needed.
Complete painting on exterior surfaces; perform paint stripping of parking lots when needed; will paint interior when rainy or extreme cold weather prevents exterior work.
Adjusts, cleans and performs minor mechanical work on ground equipment; conducts preventive maintenance on Bobcats, Golf Carts, Street Sweepers and pickup trucks.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and innovations in the fields of electrical, lighting, grounds, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
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Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
**What are we looking for?**
Must be twenty-one (21) years of age, or older
High School diploma or GED equivalent is desirable plus one (1) year experience in grounds keeping, landscaping exterior cleaning and/or maintenance experience.
**PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:**
**Knowledge of:**
Operations, services and activities of a facility, grounds keeping and maintenance operations; basic knowledge of building system functions and inspection techniques; methods and techniques of equipment and tool operation and preventative maintenance; safety hazards as related to work assignments related to team members and guest; customer service techniques; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
**Ability to:**
Safely and effectively perform maintenance work and perform duties in all weather conditions; ability to bend, squat, crawl and twist as position requires grounds repairs and painting of parking lot stripes and curbs; transport necessary equipment around the property; balance, stand, walk and climb in order to be able to work on ladders and man lifter, as well as work in grass and soil; use tools and operate heavy and light equipment; read and follow instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; interpret policies and procedures; interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations
**What would it be like to work at this property?**
Overlooking the Missouri River, this 130,000 square-foot casino and AAA Four Diamond full-service luxury suite hotel is in historic St. Charles. With an architectural design derived from the historic wharf and train stations, **Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles** hints at the action inside. The streetscape continues the theme by following the design cues of St. Charles Port District complete with seven dining outlets, 12 bars, an entertainment venue, a full-service luxury day spa, indoor/outdoor pool, gift shop and 22,000 square-foot conference center.
_Ameristar Casino St. Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law._
_If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, please contact us through the application site and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation._
**Ameristar St. Charles**
One Ameristar Blvd.
St. Charles, MO 63301
**What would it be like to be a Boyd Gaming Team Member?**
Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry.
Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.
**Corporate Mission**
We, as members of Boyd Gaming Corporation, operate with only the highest degree of integrity, and rely on the competence and friendliness of each person in our organization to provide entertainment and service to satisfy our customers' wants.
Through teamwork, we strive to maximize shareholder value, to be among the leading companies in our industry and to provide opportunities for all while we support and enhance our communities.
**Company Vision**
Boyd Gaming is one of the nation’s leading casino entertainment companies. But we’re so much more – a Fortune 1000 company that retains the philosophy of a family-owned business, focused on creating long-term, sustainable growth for our shareholders. This philosophy defines and separates us from the competition, making us unique in our industry.
From our earliest beginnings in the 1970s, we made a commitment to our shareholders and our team members to create an operating style built around family. In a highly competitive industry, our Boyd Style of hospitality has come to define us in a most unique way.
Forging ahead in the coming years, we will remain focused on our three main goals: improving our operating performance, continuing to execute on our current growth strategy, and demonstrating our branding initiatives.
We remain confident in the strength of our Company to successfully meet whatever challenges lie ahead.
**Requisition ID** _2024-48999_
**Property** _AMERISTAR CASINO ST. CHARLES_
**Category** _Engineering/Facilities_
**Position Type** _Full-Time_
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