Established in 1993, ABNA Investments Ltd. is the real estate division of the Doornekamp Group of Companies. We develop and manage commercial and residential real estate in premier locations, balancing respect for history with innovative design and disciplined property management – with a long-term commitment to quality, stewardship, and community value. We take pride in owning and operating distinctive, well-maintained properties while delivering exceptional service to our tenants and fostering long-term relationships within the communities we serve.
About this Opportunity
The Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for the year-round care, maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and presentation of the landscaped grounds and exterior areas within ABNA's portfolio of properties. The role performs routine and seasonal groundskeeping and landscape maintenance, including lawn care, gardening, vegetation maintenance, seasonal cleanup, snow and ice maintenance, and exterior property upkeep. The role may also perform related indoor property upkeep and cleanliness duties where required to support the overall condition and presentation of ABNA properties. As a key on-site representative of ABNA, the Grounds Maintenance Technician takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, attractive, and well-kept properties and provides courteous and professional service to tenants, customers, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
The Building Operations Technician will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Perform routine and seasonal lawn and landscape maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, watering, weeding, planting, mulching, pruning, and general care of lawns, gardens, shrubs, hedges, trees, and landscaped areas.
- Complete seasonal grounds cleanup, including spring and fall cleanup, leaf collection, removal of branches and tree debris, and preparation of landscaped areas for changing seasons.
- Perform snow and ice maintenance, including shovelling, snow blowing, clearing entrances and walkways, and applying approved ice-control materials as required to maintain safe pedestrian access.
- Clean and maintain exterior building features and fixtures as part of property upkeep, including removing cobwebs, dirt, vegetation, and debris from entrances, exterior lighting, security cameras, signage, and similar areas.
- Safely operate lawnmowers, string trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, snow blowers, and other landscaping and grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
- Perform routine operator inspections, cleaning, charging, and basic maintenance of assigned groundskeeping tools and equipment, and report equipment requiring repair or service.
- Perform all work in accordance with applicable safety requirements and actively participate in the Company's Health and Safety Program.
- Support established property security and life-safety procedures while maintaining a courteous, friendly, and professional presence when interacting with tenants, customers, contractors, and visitors.
- Perform other related duties consistent with the nature and scope of the position.
Qualifications/Experience
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, lawn care, gardening, property grounds maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience safely operating lawn and landscape maintenance equipment, power tools, and seasonal groundskeeping equipment is preferred.
- Experience with customer service and communicating directly with tenants, clients, or members of the public is preferred.
- A valid Ontario Class G driver’s license, or an equivalent license recognized in Ontario, is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary. Competitive benefits and RRSP matching upon successful completion of probationary period.
Doornekamp Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-seeking groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous persons and persons with disabilities.
Contact [email protected] for further details or regarding any accommodation required to participate in the hiring process. The Doornekamp Group of Companies is committed to inclusive and equitable employment practices.
Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to provide the certificates of qualifications, professional references, and the successful completion of a background check conducted by a third-party provider.
We believe hiring should be personal. That’s why all applications are reviewed by real people, without the use of AI screening or selection tools.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Ontario Class G driver's license (preferred)
Work Location: In person
