Grounds Technician

Old-Oak-Properties; London; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certified Great Place to Work

Competitive wage structure

Health and wellness benefits

Community involvement

Subsidized professional development

Room for growth and advancement

Friendly, team-oriented environment

Job summary

Old Oak Properties is seeking a Groundskeeping Technician to maintain residential grounds, manage garbage and recycling rooms, and keep building entrances in excellent condition. The role requires teamwork, a proactive approach, and a strong safety mindset throughout the seasons.

Responsibilities include seasonal grounds maintenance, garden upkeep, and basic light maintenance. The candidate should be able to lift 50 lbs, pass a background check, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Able to pass a criminal background check and provide a clean driver's abstract.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs regularly.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain residential grounds, garbage and recycling areas, and building entrances.
• Perform light maintenance tasks like changing bulbs and ceiling tiles.
• Monitor and maintain gardens, trees, shrubs, and beds for neat aesthetics.
• Power blow and power wash hard surfaces and common areas as directed.
• Deliver ice control products in winter; clear sidewalks and pathways.
• Complete work orders and maintain safety and cleanliness in all areas.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Salary Range: $43,500.00 To $49,000.00 Annually

Reports to: Property Manager

Department: Property Management

At Old Oak:

• We demonstrate integrity in everything we do
• We keep our people, our customers, and our community as our priority
• We are a company where people want to be

What We Offer:

• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Competitive wage structure
• Health and wellness benefits
• A company that gives back to the local community
• Opportunities for subsidized professional development
• Room for future growth and advancement
• A friendly, fun, and safe team-oriented work environment

Role Summary and Purpose

The Groundskeeping Technician is responsible for maintaining the residential grounds, garbage and re-cycling rooms and building entrances in exceptional condition, working in a safe manner during all seasons of the year. Light maintenance duties including changing light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and similar basic tasks are also expectations of the role. A proactive approach together with a team-oriented, can-do attitude is required to ensure a high level of customer and employee satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Spring, Summer, & Autumn Grounds Maintenance:

• Turf – Grounds walk prior to cutting, trimming, mulching, raking, repairs, and maintenance as required.
• Tree & Shrub Maintenance – Reporting dead and/or broken tree branches to Assistant Property Manager or Property Manager, ensuring the safety of tenants and customers.
• Garden Maintenance – Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of all beds, ensuring that all gardens maintain a proper, clean, and neat aesthetic.
• Generally monitoring flowers, trees, bushes, and other foliage around the portfolio, noting any items that may need additional attention or maintenance to the Assistant Property Manager or Property Manager.
• Power blowing of all hard surfaces, including parking decks, garages, etc. to rid them of leaves, cut grass, and general debris or as directed by the supervisor.
• Power washing of all hard surfaces, including parking decks, garages, garbage and re-cycling rooms, building entrances, etc., or as directed by the supervisor.
• Clean up and remove leaves as required during transitional seasons & other Fall preparation tasks are required.
• Complete various small landscaping projects throughout portfolio as directed by management.
• Complete work orders as assigned in common areas of the buildings.

Winter Grounds Maintenance:

• Ensure all sandboxes are properly placed and filled during transitional seasons (Autumn to Winter).
  • Removed and storage of sandboxes during the Spring season.
• Clear assigned sidewalks, pathways, etc. of snow and/or winter debris for tenant and employee health and safety.
• Apply ice control product(s) as required, such as sand and/or salt.
• Deliver ice control product(s) to various buildings located within London, ON. as required.
• Maintain all winter logs (delivery, inventory, work completion, etc.) as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Garbage Collection – Collection of litter, bulk trash (dressers, furniture, etc.), and cardboard for disposal.
• Completion of assigned work orders in an efficient, safe, and high-quality manner.
• Safe, responsible operation of vehicles, equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Immediate reporting of emergency and/or hazardous situations to the Assistant Property Manager or Property Manager, and the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC).
• Maintain the cleanliness and order of storage facilities located within the residential buildings, ensuring safety and clear egress for tenants.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) in applicable buildings.
  • Note: This task does not include maintenance of the actual HVAC systems unless the incumbent possesses a valid and applicable Gas Technician Certification and Red Seal Certification.
• Continually seek ways to improve the Customer & Tenant Experience, congruent with Old Oak’s Customer Service Excellence expectations.

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and possess a clean driver’s abstract.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organizational, and interpersonal skills, in addition to the ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders and lift at least 50 lbs on a frequent/regular basis.
• Able to work outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Valid Forklift Operations License is preferred, but we will train the right candidate.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday – Daily working hours 8:0 am – 4:30 pm, depending on daily tasks. Some fluctuation may be required for weather related events (extreme heat, cold or snow fall).

Here at Old Oak, we are a quickly growing company and are excited to maintain the right staff. As such, we offer a very competitive compensation package to attract and maintain the best people. Old Oak is thankful to all who apply, however, only those who are qualified will be contacted for an interview.

Old Oak is an Equal Opportunity Workplace committed to fostering a safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment. We are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request.