Groundskeeper/Equipment Operator

Canadian Base Operators Inc.; Meaford; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available

Job summary

Canadian Base Operators Inc. seeks a Roads and Grounds Operator in Meaford to maintain 6900 hectares of training areas, including roads and grounds. You will support military training by keeping facilities, grounds, and equipment in good condition and adhering to safety standards.

Requirements include a DZ license and 2 years of grounds or heavy equipment experience; strong English communication and time management are essential. Accommodations are available upon request for recruitment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience operating grounds or heavy equipment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate safe and efficient equipment.
• Maintain fleet cleanliness and servicing.
• Maintain safe work environment; Roads and Grounds shop and storage areas.
• Maintain roads, grounds and training areas.
• Road sign maintenance and repair, including concrete work.
• Familiar with pest control and general landscaping tasks.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

DZ-Class Driver License

Operate heavy equipment

Grounds maintenance

English communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Due to an exciting increase in workload, we’re hiring for multiple positions across various departments. This is your chance to join a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills can make a real impact. Explore all our openings and find the role that’s right for you – your next career move starts here! The Roads and Grounds Operator is located in Meaford at the Army Training Centre – Central and typically reports directly to the Road and Grounds Supervisor. Their primary focus is to maintain the quality and usability of approx. 6900 hectares of training area, including 41 hectares of manicured grounds, 58 km of all-weather roads, 50 km of permanent tracks and trails and 277 km of seasonal tracks and trails. Support military training through supply and maintenance of chemical toilets.

Duties And Responsibilities

• The safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment
• Maintain a clean and serviceable fleet; washing, greasing etc.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; Roads and Grounds shop, equipment storage areas
• Maintain the various roads, grounds, training areas, and security works at the 4th Canadian Division Training Centre.
• Maintain turf grasses, trees and shrubs as required through the employment of various techniques such as pruning, irrigation, fertilizing, cutting, weed control, and spraying,
• Maintain specified grounds within the Training Area and Ranges
• Road sign replacement and repair, including mixing, placing and finishing concrete.
• Flood control through culvert and ditch maintenance
• Pest animal removal, beaver dam removal etc.
• Operate basic carpentry and power tools, mowers and small snow blowers, chainsaws, mixers, landscape equipment, material handling equipment, agricultural tractors/back hoes, and dump trucks.
• Perform other assigned tasks, as required.

Competency Requirements

• Change Orientation
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma

The following certifications/designations are considered an asset

• Knowledge of DND policies and procedures is an additional asset.

Work Experience Requirements

• Valid DZ-Class Driver License
• Ability to obtain ARZ License
• Clean driving record
• 2 years’ experience operating small and medium sized grounds maintenance equipment,
• 2 years’ experience operating heavy equipment

Skills, Abilities, And Other Requirements

• Know the correct use, maintenance and safety procedures of the hand tools and powered equipment related to this type of work while applying that knowledge
• Organization and time management
• Excellent oral and written communications skills (English)
• Must be able to achieve and maintain a Government of Canada Security Clearance

Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.