Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Worker

RRC Polytech; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian educational institution in Winnipeg is seeking a Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Worker. This role involves assisting with landscaping tasks and maintaining grounds. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, experience in grounds maintenance, and a Manitoba Pesticide License. The job requires physical endurance, communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Full-time position with a salary range of CA$42,702 - CA$60,174 annually.

Qualifications

• Several years’ experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of safe work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various landscaping and grounds beautification tasks.
• Maintenance of hard surfaces such as walkways and parking lots.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Landscaping

Equipment operation

Self-initiation

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary certificate in Greenspace Management

Manitoba Pesticide License

Completion of Manitoba Provincial Arborist Exam

Tools

Mowing units

Tractors

Snow clearing equipment

Job description

Overview

Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Worker – Join to apply for the Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Worker role at RRC Polytech.

Base pay range: CA$42,702.00 / yr - CA$60,174.00 / yr. This range is provided by RRC Polytech. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Position type: Full-Time Position Available. Salary: CA$42,702 - CA$60,174 per annum.

RRC Polytech is committed to accessible employment and to ensuring that our hiring processes are barrier free. If you require information in an alternate format or an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

We aspire to have a workforce representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify as equity-deserving groups as described in the original posting. Internal applicants may receive preference as well. More information about hiring practices is available at www.rrc.ca / hr / work / hiring-process / .

Indigenous employment support information and guidance on the application process is available from our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at [e-mail].

Duties

Reporting to the Grounds Supervisor, the Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Worker assists the Landscaping and Grounds Technicians by performing a variety of landscaping and grounds beautification tasks. The role also assists with maintenance of hard surfaces such as walkways, roadways, parking lots and pavers.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Several years’ experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping
• Experience operating maintenance equipment such as mowing units, tractors, loaders, etc.
• Experience operating snow clearing equipment such as plows, loaders and snow hauling trucks
• Ability to self-initiate a task, work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills
• Good knowledge of safe work procedures as defined in the applicable workplace safety regulations
• Physical ability to perform duties outdoors in all weather conditions
• Experience contributing to a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
• Manitoba Pesticide License with Core and Landscape / Golf Course
• Completion of Manitoba Provincial Arborist Exam
• Experience performing minor repairs to grounds maintenance equipment
• Post-secondary certificate in Greenspace Management or related field

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• This position may be required to work evenings and / or weekends
• This position may be required to work overtime
• This position is subject to audiometric assessments
• Incumbent must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• Incumbent must hold a valid class 5 driver’s license
• May be required to work at various RRC Polytech campuses

RRC Polytech campuses are located on traditional lands of the local Indigenous communities. We acknowledge Treaty and Territory where applicable.

Job function

• Customer Service
• Industries: Repair and Maintenance; Technical and Vocational Training