Grounds Foreman

A majestic all-season mountain retreat, Primland is located at the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains on 12,000 expansive acres. Primland offers luxurious accommodations, a championship golf course, exquisite farm-to-table cuisine, a serene spa and a level of outdoor adventure that is unrivaled on the east coast. In one of the most breathtaking mountain settings, the resort boasts impressive year-round activities for the entire family, including horseback riding, fly fishing, alfresco yoga and meditation, kayaking, hiking, sporting clays, archery, stargazing in one of the largest observatories in the Eastern U.S., RTV trail riding and tennis.

Job Description

Grounds maintenance Foreman will be responsible for maintaining grounds under the supervision of the horticulturalist. This includes mowing, weed-eating, edging, spraying, mulching, tree and limb removal, plugging, seeding, blowing as needed, pruning, etc.). The foreman will be responsible for getting the crew started each morning, delegating task within department, supervising on-site jobs and assist with event setup and breakdown. When required, snow removal, installation of new landscaping beds, application of fertilizer and chemicals as directed by horticulturalist and golf superintendent and other duties as assigned. This position requires the ability to work outdoors the majority of the time and including during times of inclement weather. 

Qualifications

Valid Drivers Licence

Reliable Transportation in all weather conditions

Ability to follow written and verbal instruction

Ability to delegate tasks and instruct others

Knowledge of using and driving commercial landscaping tools and vehicles including (tractor, gator, zero turn mower, edger, weedeater, skid steer, back-hoe, Toro, operate manual transmission vehicles, and the ability to learn how to operate additional tools and vehicles). 

Ability to lift 50 lbs consistently for long periods of time. 

Pesticide applicator or registered tech within 6 months of hire for this position, and ornamental endorsement within 6 months after that

Ability to work nights, weekends, and occasional holidays when necessary. 

Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per shift

3-5 years of experience with landscaping/grounds maintenance preferred

Experience in record keeping for chemical applications

Experience with landscape installation

Experience applying chemicals and fertilizer preferred, but willing to teach if not experienced. 

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit auberge.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge.

Primland Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Primland Ltd provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Primland Ltd complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.