Landscape Gardener - Grounds Department, Education Centre

Rocky View Schools (RVS); Airdrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky View Schools (RVS) seeks a full-time Landscape Gardener starting immediately at the Education Centre in Airdrie. Responsibilities include supervising grounds maintenance, conducting inspections, and managing seasonal laborers, ensuring safety and quality standards are met across school grounds. A successful candidate will have relevant certifications and experience in landscape maintenance.

Benefits

3 weeks Vacation

Extended Health Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Two or more years’ experience in grounds maintenance and landscaping.
• Valid Alberta Motor Vehicle License Class 5 is required.
• Experience supervising crews with varied levels of experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds to RVS standards and perform inspections.
• Supervise student grounds staff and ensure safety protocols.
• Operate mechanical snow and ice control equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Landscape Gardener Journeyman Certification

Certification in Pesticide Application

Certification in Arboriculture

Tools

Commercial landscape equipment

Job description

Landscape Gardener

Grounds Department - Education Centre

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12in 53 schoolsto ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS issituated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

Rocky View Schools (RVS)invites applications for a continuing, full-time (40 hrs/wk - Monday to Friday) Landscape Gardener position starting immediately at the Education Centre located in Airdrie. The Landscape Gardener is responsible for organizing, supervising and performing tasks related to the maintenance and improvement of school grounds and play areas within Rocky View Schools (RVS). The incumbent supports snow removal in the winter months, and day to day maintenance of school grounds including playgrounds and amenities. The Landscape Gardener is a working lead hand responsible for supervising seasonal labourers and apprentices.

Responsibilities Include

• Ensures RVS grounds are maintained to RVS standards including playgrounds, parking lots, tree and shrub care, sport fields, snow removal, turf care, outdoor classrooms, portables and amenities
• Performs inspections of grounds and equipment, performing timely repairs where required
• Directs, supervises, and evaluates Summer Student Grounds staff in their day-to-day duties
• Participates in planning and installation regarding projects where required
• Operates mechanical and hand powered snow and ice control, and turf and plant healthcare equipment as required
• Conducts playground inspections and ensures timely repairs
• Acts as designate for the Manager of Grounds as assigned
• Conducts daily site hazard assessments, correcting unsafe conditions and following RVS hazard reporting procedures to ensure the safety of RVS staff and visitors
• Provides input to enhance overall safety, improvements and efficiencies
• Maintains accurate and timely records of hours worked, safety requirements, maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs performed

Education and Experience

• Landscape Gardener Journeyman Certification
• Certification in Pesticide Application, Arboriculture, Playground Inspection, Irrigation, Turfgrass Management, Landscape Construction and/or Horticulture Technology would be an asset
• Demonstrated supervisory experience providing leadership to a crew with varied levels of experience
• Experience with the safe operation and maintenance of commercial landscape and grounds maintenance equipment
• Two or more years’ experience in grounds maintenance and landscaping
• Valid Alberta Motor Vehicle License Class 5

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to apply excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate and transport commercial landscape equipment including tow trailers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
• Ensures priorities are understood and adapts readily to achieve department and RVS goals
• Ability to operate and transport commercial landscape equipment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 3 weeks Vacation pro-rated based on start date
• Benefits Plan ( Extended Health, Dental, Wellness & Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional Development and training opportunities
• Free Parking
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submita current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position

Open to : Internal and External applicants

Salary Range: $32.57 per hour

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed throughhttps://rockyview.simplication.com.

Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

Quote Job Code: # 3958358

Closing Date: On or before June 30, 2025 by 4:30 pm MST

Rocky View Schools
Human Resources
https://www.rockyview.ab.ca/careers/current_opportunities

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.