Groundskeeper

Full Time | Local In-Person

Location: Sebastian, Florida

OVERVIEW: We are seeking an experienced Groundskeeper that has extensive knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes for our Eco Retreat Center. The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the natural beauty and functionality of the retreat’s outdoor spaces. This includes mowing lawns, trimming weeds, raking leaves, emptying trash and recycling containers, and trimming bushes, shrubs, and hedges. The role also involves preparing soil, planting flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrubs, and planting and pruning trees as necessary. The Groundskeeper will cut and remove trees as needed and apply fertilizers as directed. Routine maintenance on power equipment is also a key responsibility. The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various types of power equipment, use hand tools required for landscaping, follow instructions, and complete assignments efficiently.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Mows lawns, trims weeds, and rakes leaves as assigned.

  • Empties trash and recycling containers.

  • Performs focused weed whacking in garden areas, including the removal of vines and cutting back jungle trees that encroach on garden and edible landscaping spaces

  • Trims bushes, shrubs, and hedges.

  • Prepares soil and plants flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrubs.

  • Plants trees and prunes them when necessary.

  • Cuts and removes trees as needed.

  • Applies fertilizer as directed.

  • Performs routine maintenance on power equipment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment.

  • Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping.

  • Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments.

  • Extensive knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes.

  • Excellent time management skills.

Optional/Preferred Skills/Abilities:

  • Woodworking

  • Maintaining Hot Tub & Pool

  • Trimming Trees

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling.

  • Must be physically able to operate power equipment.

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

  • Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Please note: This is a hands-on job with an organization in an early phase of its development. We are looking for a team player willing to jump in and support wherever needed. ChoZen is expanding at a fast pace and our needs are constantly shifting. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to info@chozenretreat.com. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how your skills and experience align with our vision for ChoZen Retreat.


About ChoZen Retreat: ChoZen Retreat is an eco retreat sanctuary located on the banks of the St. Sebastian River and Preserve. With 88 beds, a regenerative farm, an event venue, a sea plane and miles of nature trails, ChoZen Retreat provides a serene and sustainable environment for guests to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with nature. ChoZen’s mission is to inspire action to protect mother nature and all of its inhabitants, becoming a catalyst of awareness for the fragility of our planet. ChoZen spaces and experiences are an invitation for thought leaders and change makers across all disciplines and backgrounds to honor themselves and nature as a path to restore the balance between the planet and humanity. Our aim is to build a sustainable future for people and the environment in which we all coexist in harmony.