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Groundskeeper

Job IDA3-D7-2F-FA-E9-40
CompanyBGIS
LocationRed Deer
ProvinceAlberta
Date Posted2020-09-03
Posted Until2020-10-03
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryMaintenance
Description
SUMMARY

Reporting to the Facility Manager, the Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining safe and attractive grounds on our client site, including maintaining the exterior parking lot, landscaping, and grounds on the assigned client site. The incumbent shall perform a variety of seasonal outdoor maintenance activities, including sod laying, mowing grass, trimming, planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, winter preparation, and snow removal.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Cleans landscaped areas and related items (e.g. storm drains, fields, litter, etc.) for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards.
Operates grounds related equipment, maintenance, and custodial equipment for the purpose of accomplishing the job in an efficient manner.
Orders supplies and equipment for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring the availability of items as needed to maintain equipment and facilities.
Waters all plants, flowers, and grass on the property by hand, sprinkler, or other methods as needed, and maintains landscaping of the assigned property.
Mows and trims all lawn areas.
Removes weeds using a weed removal machine or by hand.
Plants, fertilizer, and others performs other gardening jobs as needed.
Maintains and operates a drip watering system.
Responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of all outside areas on assigned client site.
Keeps all related equipment clean, maintained, and stored properly.
Keeps equipment storage room neat, clean, and organized.
Completes inventory of supplies and informs manager when additional supplies are needed.
Keeps the entire property free of litter, cigarette butts, and other trash.
Shall perform routine “rounds” of the grounds in order to maintain safe and attractive grounds.
Completes snow removal duties and de-icing through use of machinery and snow removal equipment
Other duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a grounds keeping/landscaping function
Minimum of 3 years of experience in snow removal
Required licenses to operate snow clearing machines and plows
Ability to bend, reach, stood and lift a minimum of 40 lbs
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
Training in Health & Safety
Education RequirementsHigh school education
ExperienceMore than one year up to three years
LanguagesEnglish
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