Landscape Maintenance Technician

You’re part of a proud tradition when you work with us at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. From our humble beginnings in 1946 as Santa Claus Land, America’s first theme park has grown into a world-class attraction in the heart of Santa Claus, Indiana. Holiday World’s top-ranked coasters and attractions, along with its lovingly restored and maintained classic rides, are matched only by Splashin’ Safari water park—the Water Coaster Capital of the World.

The Landscape Maintenance Technician is a full-time role that prioritizes safety while working to maintain overall cleanliness and a well-groomed Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari property. Essential duties include mowing grass, removing weeds, tree management, plant management, and trash removal. The Landscape Maintenance Technician ensures walkways and landscaping remain clear of ice, snow, leaves and other debris throughout the entire year.  

Landscape Maintenance Technicians are also eligible for our skill-based pay program! This compensation program allows our Part & Full-Time Maintenance Team to increase their rate of pay by developing their knowledge and skills at our parks through the completion of certifications and cross-training in other departments.

Safety and Environmental Performance

• Lead the safety effort by personal example
• Adhere to SOPs and other work procedures as required to assist employees and assure Guest satisfaction 
• Use and maintain Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s equipment and property in the appropriate manner
• Always follow instructions of posted safety signs and warnings to ensure your personal well-being
• Immediately report all injuries to your direct supervisor, management on duty, or the Full-Time Safety Team 
• “Safety First” is not just a slogan – it must be our #1 priority!

Work Requirements

• Ensure all Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari property achieve quality and appearance standards 
• Ensure the highest safety standards are followed in the Park Services departments 
• Assist Manager with activities involving landscape maintenance services, including the coordination of all materials, people, and equipment required to produce a quality job 
• Maintain equipment for the entire Parks Services departments, including mowers, power washers, bobcats, tractors, etc.
• Assist Landscape Manager to inspect properties daily to prioritize activities
• Assist the Landscape Manager with company policies and supervision of seasonal employees including:
•           Enforcing all safety rules
•           Evaluating staffing levels
•           Constantly evaluating work performance and coaching employees as instructed by Manager, Director, or Assistant Vice President
•           Interviewing, hiring, and training
•           Enforcing Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari core values and standards, such as uniform and appearance standards
• Perform hands-on grounds-keeping work such as mowing, tree limb removal, pest control, fertilizing and assist with snow removal 
• Report to work as scheduled, including holidays, weekends, evenings, and overtime
• Cross-train and Assist Operational Departments such as Attractions, as needed 
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks to keep your workplace clean, organized, maintained, and safe  
• Be available to work unscheduled hours to respond to unplanned and/or emergency work
• Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED 
• 1-2 years of landscaping experience 
• 1-2 years of small engine repairs
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software programs 
• Ability to use all landscape equipment including zero-turn riding mower, stand-on mower, weed eater, backpack leaf blower, skid-steer, forklift, tractor, articulating loader, etc.
• Knowledge of plant material, diseases and insects, chemical spray, and irrigation 
• Ability to properly use a respirator and pass a full-face respirator fit test, if needed
• Ability to wear PPE
• Ability to work full-time with a dependable attendance record      
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel overnight to attend and participate in seminars, meetings and conferences out of town
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Ability to work cross functionally with all levels of employees and management
• Acceptable pre-employment drug screen and background check

Physical Requirements  

• Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, and reach high and low
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, capable of identifying colors
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Ability to work at heights 175 feet above ground
• Ability to work in sunny, hot, cold, windy, rainy, noisy environments, and confined spaces

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari offers competitive wages and benefits, including a generous 401(k) match, bonus program, PTO accrual program, tuition discounts and reimbursements, free season passes and tickets, and much more!

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

For the safety of our Guests and our staff, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari conducts background checks on all applicants aged 18 or older and we follow all federal and state laws, FCRA regulations and EEOC guidance regarding the use of criminal records in the hiring process. Unless otherwise provided by law, a criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant or employee from employment.