What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscaper/Gardner position at Rock Creek Cattle Company?
Do you love working outdoors? Take pride in a freshly mowed lawn or perfectly pruned hedge? Enjoy seeing the results of a hard day’s work immediately? If so, RCCC is looking for you!
We’re searching for a Landscaper/Gardener who enjoys fresh air, getting their hands dirty (in the best way), and helping keep our grounds beautiful, safe, and welcoming.
Seasonal Job: May 1, 2026-October 31, 2026 (approximately)
Hours: approximately 40/weekly hours during the season - weekends and holidays required
Job Summary: The Landscaper/Gardener is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, health, and safety of RCCC’s landscaped grounds and outdoor areas. This position plays a key role in preserving the club’s high standards by ensuring lawns, gardens, trees, and exterior common spaces are attractive, well-maintained, and welcoming for members, guests, and staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform routine landscape maintenance including mowing, edging, pruning, planting, mulching, fertilizing, and weed control.
- Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, shrubs, and landscaped areas throughout club grounds.
- Monitor and assist with irrigation systems to ensure proper watering and coverage.
- Remove debris, leaves, and litter to maintain clean and safe outdoor spaces.
- Prepare and maintain outdoor areas to support daily operations and special events.
- Safely operate and maintain landscaping tools, equipment, and machinery.
- Identify and report maintenance needs, plant disease, pest issues, or safety concerns.
- Assist with seasonal projects such as planting rotation, aeration, overseeding, and weather-related preparation.
- Follow all RCCC safety standards, policies, and procedures.
- Interact professionally and courteously with members, guests, and staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support grounds and facilities operations.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
- Schedule will include early mornings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs and seasonal demands.
- Previous landscaping, gardening, or groundskeeping experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of plants, turf care, and irrigation systems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces.
- Valid driver’s license preferred.
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work outdoors for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent use of hands and arms to operate tools and equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Work Environment
This position primarily works outdoors and may be exposed to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind. The role requires the safe use of landscaping equipment and tools.
Rock Creek Cattle Company is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer