REQUIRED AVAILABILITY
All candidates MUST be available to work between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM on park operating days. Additional daytime shifts may be available during non-operating days during the Spring and Fall seasons. This early morning schedule is essential to ensure the park is clean, safe, and guest-ready prior to opening.
Summary:
The Park Groundskeeper plays a critical role in maintaining the overall cleanliness, safety, and appearance of Great Escape. This position combines traditional groundskeeping responsibilities with specialized washdown and blowdown operations to prepare park midways, landscaping, and public areas for daily guest operations. Groundskeepers help create a positive first impression by ensuring the park is spotless, well-maintained, and visually appealing each day.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old; valid NYS driver's license preferred
- Basic working knowledge of small equipment maintenance and repair preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor for the duration of shift
- Ability to safely operate fire hoses, pressure washers, blowers, and other gas powered equipment
- Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean environment
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work early morning shifts consistently
- Flexible availability including weekends and holidays; minimum of four days per week during full-time operation.
- Pay rate: $16.00/hr
- Paid training
- AdvancementLeadership opportunities
- Free park admission and guest privileges
- Employee events and recognition programs
- Opportunity to be part of creating a clean and welcoming park experience
