Grounds Crew

Spruce Meadows; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a world-renowned show jumping venue! This full-time seasonal position offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors while maintaining beautiful grounds. You'll be responsible for various landscaping tasks, equipment upkeep, and facility maintenance. Ideal candidates are organized, team-oriented, and prepared to work in all weather conditions, including weekends and evenings. If you have a passion for gardening and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and contribute to the exceptional service that defines this iconic venue!

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Experience in operating specialized gardening equipment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Care for trees, shrubs, and general lawn maintenance.
• Maintain equipment and tools related to gardening tasks.

Skills

Organizational proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Conflict resolution skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to carry heavy loads

Education

Current certificate in Standard First Aid & CPR Level C

Experience in specialized equipment operation

Tools

Skidsteer

Forklift

Aerial work platform

Agricultural equipment

Tractors

Job description

Expected Placement (subject to change): May 1– September 7, 2025

This is a full-time (seasonal) position at 40 - 44 hours per week starting at $20.00 per hour. Spruce Meadows is a world-renowned show jumping venue with events held on weekends; therefore, it is necessary to be available to work both weekends and nights. Shifts will fluctuate to coincide with the busy Spruce Meadows Tournament Season.

RESPONSIBILITIES (included, but are not limited to)

• Care and upkeep of trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials, general lawn care, mowing, shoveling, planting flowers, raking, leaf blowing, mucking stalls, pruning, irrigation.
• Maintenance and upkeep of all equipment and tools related to gardening tasks
• Facility maintenance such as painting, sweeping, washing, basic repair (within scope) of Spruce Meadows grounds including but not limited to: pathways of various medium, outdoor furniture, fencing, temporary and permanent structures
• Emptying garbage and recycling containers in both outdoor and indoor facilities
• Keeping the grounds in immaculate condition free from trash, horse manure and various debris

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Reliable transportation to and from work and a Class 5 driver’s license (there is no transit available to Spruce Meadows)
• Organizational proficiency
• Ability to move quickly and carry heavy loads
• Strong team approach and willingness to assist others when necessary
• Ability to problem solve and exhibit conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends and evenings in listed dates of employment
• Experienceand certificationin specialized equipment operation (skidsteer, fork lift, aerial work platform, agricultural equipment, tractors, etc.)(Strong Asset)
• Current certificate in Standard First Aid & CPR Level C (Asset)
• Ability to speak a second language fluently (Asset)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Work is in a fast-paced work environment. Successful applicants must be willing to work in a variety of different settings, and must work well in both team and individual scenarios. The Spruce Meadows venue operates in all weather conditions, from early mornings into late nights and on weekends.

The Spruce Meadows Mission Statement, the focus of excellent service, the heart and mind of the Southern Family is always at the forefront. This includes but not limited to Spruce Meadows e-mail protocol, quotations, contracts, general correspondence and verbal communications; both in person and via telecommunications (See Spruce Meadows Policy and Procedure Manual, Spruce Meadows Code of Conduct, Spruce Meadows Confidentiality Agreement). – All Spruce Meadows employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold the Spruce Meadows Mission Statement.

APPLYING

If you would be interested in joining our team, please mail, fax or email your resume to:

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls, please.