Grounds Maintenance Engineer

Tioga Downs

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Nichols, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Grounds Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing routine landscaping, mowing, and property maintenance to ensure the grounds are safe and visually appealing. They also assist with event setup, snow removal, and general repairs in maintenance and barn areas.

Qualifications

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Engineer to join our team at Tioga Downs. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of groundskeeping or landscaping experience, a valid driver's license, and a strong work ethic. Responsibilities include performing routine groundskeeping tasks, maintaining landscaping, and assisting with event setups.

Job Description

🌿 Now Hiring: Grounds Maintenance Engineer at Tioga Downs! 🌿

Do you take pride in creating beautiful outdoor spaces and working hands-on in a dynamic environment? If you enjoy staying active, working outdoors, and seeing the results of your hard work every day, this could be the perfect role for you!

At Tioga Downs, we’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Engineer to help maintain and enhance our property. In this role, you’ll play an important part in keeping our grounds safe, clean, and visually appealing for guests and team members alike.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

  • Work outdoors and stay active throughout your shift
  • Be part of a team that takes pride in maintaining beautiful grounds
  • Enjoy a hands-on role with variety in your daily tasks
  • Make a visible impact on the guest experience

💼 What You’ll Do:

  • Operate company vehicles as needed
  • Perform routine groundskeeping, including mowing and trimming around walkways, flower beds, and buildings
  • Maintain landscaping by planting, watering, fertilizing, mulching, raking, and pruning
  • Keep sidewalks clean and clear of debris; shovel snow and apply ice melt during winter
  • Assist with setup and teardown of special events
  • Maintain cleanliness and security of maintenance buildings and surrounding areas
  • Perform general maintenance and minor repairs in barn areas as directed

🎓 What You Bring:

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • At least one year of groundskeeping or landscaping experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Strong work ethic and ability to follow direction

💪 Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Stay active in a physically demanding, outdoor role. This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds frequently). You’ll work in varying weather conditions, around equipment, and in environments that may include noise, strong odors, and horse-related cleanup.

🎁 Amazing Benefits Include:

  • On-site employee daycare (7 days a week!)
  • 401(k) with company match (100% vested immediately)
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (full-time)
  • Paid time off, sick time, and holiday pay
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Discounts on hotel stays, dining, spa services, and more

🌟 If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, work outdoors, and help keep Tioga Downs looking its best—apply today and grow your career with us!

Tioga Downs

Tioga Downs Casino Resort is 100% smoke-free with 160 spacious guestrooms & suite accommodations that overlook the beautiful rolling hills of the Southern Tier. Our convenient inside access to the adjoining casino featuring 890 slot machines, 28 table games & a poker room, just a few steps away! With live entertainment, delicious fare, exciting harness racing action, Tioga Golf Club & Serenity Spa, we are perfect for a spontaneous getaway, special occasion, or your next corporate event. FOR FAMILY TIME Delight in the fun of our indoor heated saltwater pool & hot tub, plus arcade & game area. Or spend the afternoon at our outdoor water slide & pool with a spectacular view of our racetrack. FOR GREAT FOOD We offer a wide variety of options including: Delicious comfort food at the County Fair Buffet; pub fare & all your favorite games at Coaster’s Sports Bar; quick bites, coffee or treats at Dunkin' Donuts or fine dining at P.J. Clarke’s Restaurant, featuring local flavor, a classic vibe & great food. FOR BUSINESS & SOCIAL EVENTS With over 30K square feet of flexible event space, make us your home for your next event. From corporate meetings to association conferences & holiday parties, we have the perfect location for your group. Host your wedding ceremony on the terrace with beautiful panoramic views! Event-friendly amenities include spacious suite accommodations, complimentary Wi-Fi, a business computer with 24-hour Internet access, & attentive and helpful staff. FOR ENTERTAINMENT & RELAXATION Visit Serenity Spa for some relaxation before hitting the Casino floor, listen to one of the live bands in Sideshow Lounge, catch some Racing or join friends for a round of trivia. Gambling Problem? Call (877-8-HOPENY) or text HOPENY (467369)
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