Groundskeeper
Full-Time
El Capitan Canyon
Santa Barbara, CA
Posted July 17, 2026 by EOS Hospitality
Description
Do you enjoy working outdoors in a beautiful wooded environment? Would you like the opportunity to work with your hands helping maintain the integrity of a pristine wilderness landscape? El Capitan Canyon Resort may have the opportunity you have been seeking. We offer a luxury glamping experience on 300 acres in a stunning natural environment. As a groundskeeper, you will provide a variety of landscaping and maintenance duties that will help us create the magical surroundings our guests have grown to appreciate.
Job Summary:
As a Groundskeeper, you will report to our Groundskeeping Manager. You will work together to…
- Empty trash, shovel, and perform maintenance or repair duties using saws, blowers, mowers, drills or other hand tools.
- Ensure lawns are manicured appropriately. Regularly treat weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/ shrubs, spread mulch/ woodchips / stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services as necessary.
- Inspect irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repair as needed.
- Pick-up trash and debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empty common area trash containers as needed.
- Report all resort maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties to manager.
- Ensure resort is presentable at all times and adheres to El Capitan Canyon Resort’s standards.
- Safely operate vehicles for the purpose of performing job duties.
- Follow safety procedures while performing duties.
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- High School Education.
- Previous groundskeeping experience in the resort/hospitality industry,
- Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques.
- Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery.
- Ability to provide legible written reports.
- Ability to work well independently as well as on a team.
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
- Flexible schedule.
Benefits:
- Paid Family Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
- Company Basic Life Insurance
- Company paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- Company paid long term Disability
- 401k Retirement Plan
EOE
We are a drug free workplace. Pre-employment background assessment required.
Due to the volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to all applicants. We respectfully request No Phone Calls Please.
Hourly Rate: $17-19.00
Remote: No
Housing Provided: No
Equal Opportunity Employer
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El Capitan Canyon
El Capitan Canyon is a unique resort located 15 miles north of Santa Barbara. El Capitan offers a resort camping experience like no other with our own style of cedar cabins, safari tents, and yurts that cater to the comforts of a hotel but showcase the serenity of the Gaviota Coast.
El Capitan Canyon is also a unique, exciting, and beautiful place to work! El Capitan has a variety of open positions from entry level to experienced candidates, each position offering its own set of skills, experience, challenges, and benefits.
If you love the outdoors and want to gain or grow hospitality experience, please review all of our current open positions and submit an application to join the El Cap team!
| Address | 11560 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93117 |
|---|---|
| Property Type | Hotel |
| # Jobs | 9 |
About EOS Hospitality
A New Dawn for Hospitality
EOS Hospitality manages a collection of distinctive hotels, resorts and dining outlets across the United States, partnering with owners to maximize the potential of every asset. We believe that exceptional hospitality is a business advantage. By combining strategic operations, revenue optimization, and a guest-centric approach, we create memorable experiences that strengthen performance, build brand loyalty, and drive long-term value. Every decision we make is guided by a commitment to excellence — for our owners, our teams, and the guests we serve.
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