Job Overview
Join our maintenance team as Groundskeeper, where you will play a vital role in creating and maintaining our beautiful outdoor spaces. This role is responsible for maintaining the outdoor look and safe conditions of the Hotel and Conference Centre guided by daily, monthly and annual maintenance schedules.
Duties
- General cleaning of the hotel and conference centre outdoor area in line with cleaning guidelines and safety requirements.
- Maintain lawns by mowing, edging, raking leaves, and performing other lawn maintenance functions
- Snow removal, from parking lots, walkways and roads, by hand and snow blower
- May need to chop ice packed snow and spread salt or thawing chemicals on roads and pedestrian walkways
- Maintain flower beds, baskets, and boxes by watering, removing weeds, trimming, and performing other maintenance
- Remove and bag trash from all exterior trash cans
- Maintain the appearance of fountains, planters, or other grounds features by cleaning, replacing or making repairs
- Maintain the appearance and safety of sidewalks, driveways, cart paths, or parking lots by filling in cracks, holes, and making other repairs
- Operate tractors, trucks, or utility vehicles to transport equipment and supplies
- Wash, clean, and re-fuel all equipment after use
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of plants and grass, and how best to care for them in varying weather conditions
- An eye for detail
- Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
- Able to drive a ride-on mower
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools, following safety protocols.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
Employment Requirements
- High School Diploma or the equivalent.
- At least one (1) year hands-on experience in the same environment.
- Able to complete the physical components of the position up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
- Criminal record check may be required
- Must have a valid driver’s license
The DEV Hotel and Conference Centre welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided during the recruitment process as required; applicants should make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for the position will be contacted.
Pay: $18.08 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person