Small Engine Mechanic

Sunbelt Rentals; Penticton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Specialist to lead a team in maintaining beautiful landscapes. In this role, you will plan and direct grounds maintenance, ensuring high-quality outcomes and customer satisfaction. Your expertise in lawn care and landscape construction will be pivotal in creating vibrant outdoor spaces. Join a dynamic team where your skills will directly contribute to positive environmental outcomes. If you are passionate about horticulture and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in grounds maintenance and landscape construction.
• Strong problem-solving skills to improve productivity and quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct grounds maintenance activities.
• Repair and maintain equipment while keeping work records.

Skills

Lawn care

Grounds maintenance

Landscape construction

Technical problem-solving

Client focus

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) certification

Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Chain saw

Pick-up truck

Small engine equipment

Sod cutter

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• All weather conditions

Tasks

• Plan and direct grounds maintenance
• Maintain work records and logs
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Repair and maintain equipment
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) certification
• Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Certificate

Equipment and machinery experience

• Chain saw
• Pick-up truck
• Small engine equipment
• Sod cutter

Specialization or experience

Area of specialization

• Lawn care
• Grounds maintenance
• Landscape construction

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Team player
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years
• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes