Groundskeeper – Labourer

About Staffing Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

About Staffing Ltd. connects jobseekers to employers and currently seeks a Groundskeeper/Landscaper for a large estate outside Calgary. The ideal candidate will perform lawn maintenance and operate machinery while enjoying a collaborative work environment. This position offers a salary between $45,000 and $55,000 per year, with opportunities for overtime during peak seasons.

Benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years working in landscaping or snow removal.
• Ability to lift 80 pounds and work overtime as required.
• Experience in horticulture and groundskeeping is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and fertilizing.
• Operate various machinery including ride-on lawn mowers and trimmers.
• Assist with irrigation and snow removal as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Valid driver's license

Tools

Bobcat

Tractor

Lawn mower

Push mower

Blower

Job description

Connecting you to Groundskeeper jobs in Calgary, Alberta!

About Staffingis an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a BBB Accredited Business and a proud member of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

Our private client has a large personal estate just outside the Calgary city limits, which requires a motivated and eager team player to maintain and upkeep the groundsyear-round. This Groundskeeper/Landscaper willwork on this beautiful property with a small team of other groundskeepers.

The grounds crew who manage the property are a collaborative and hard working group. They are seeking a like-minded individual wanting stability and longevity in their landscaping/groundskeeping career.

If you are passionate about working outdoors within a team environment, yet also thrive working autonomously, apply today!!

Duties and Responsibilities:

The key job functions are:

• Performing lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, sod laying, and fertilizing
• Assisting with pest and weed management without using pesticides or herbicides
• Operating various machinery including ride-on lawn mowers, push mowers, trimmers, blowers, trucks, and trailers
• Servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment
• Maintaining water features
• Assisting with irrigation system maintenance
• Assisting in planting annuals and perennials
• Clearing snow and ice from walkways and driveways when necessary
• Caring for ornamental and native trees
• Planting trees and shrubs
• Removing trees, hauling logs, and splitting wood
• Weeding gardens and other areas as needed
• Amending soil when necessary
• Watering pots, urns, and gardens as directed
• Detailing vehicles and equipment
• Keeping the shop and kitchen area clean
• Fostering positive relationships with coworkers
• Performing other assigned duties

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle to get to and from the property
• Clean criminal background
• Ability to lift 80 pounds (pre-employment fitness test to be completed)
• Willing and able to work overtime as needed
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and function effectively in a team environment

Experience:

• 2+ years’ working in landscaping/snow removal
• Able to communicate, adapt to change, and provide effective solutions to practical issues, all while working closely with other team members and contractors
• Horticulture and groundskeeping experience is an asset
• Design experience is considered an asset
• Able to operate a bobcat, tractor, truck trailer, mower, and other small equipment

Base Salary:$45,000 – 55,000+ per year

• Salary based on experience
• Pension plan

Work Hours:

• 40+ hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime to be expected in peak seasons (1-5 hours of OT per week)
• Occasional weekend and holiday shifts will be required

Remote Work:

• This position is not remote. You are required to be on site.

Additional Notes:

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion.At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

About Staffingrecruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with jobs.We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate, industrial, management and technical fields.

About Staffing’s recruitment specialists believe in a human-to-human approach in hiring. We read your resume, conduct person-to-person interviews and make our matches to jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after I apply?

Our Recruitment Team will be notified once you have submitted your resume. They will review your resume against our current job postings. If you meet the employer’s requirements, a recruiter may be in touch to begin the recruitment process.

Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer’s needs of the positions we are actively working on. We are constantly posting jobs so check back with us regularly.

Please reference Job ID: 41865in your application.