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SalarySUMMER GROUNDSKEEPER / LABOURER
MD OF GREENVIEW, ALBERTA
DEPARTMENT: Infrastructure & Engineering
LOCATION: Valleyview, Alberta
STATUS: Accepting applications until a suitable candidate is found
Located in Northwest Alberta, the Municipal District of Greenview is a vast and diverse area rich in oil and gas, fertile farmland, tourist destinations, and mixed wood forests. As the third largest rural municipality in Alberta, Greenview boasts diversity in economic activities and an extraordinary landscape. Greenview’s economy is strengthened by its diversity, a talented workforce and an entrepreneurial spirit that is second to none. Our residents experience adventure right in their backyards with lakes, rivers, Rocky Mountain peaks and vast prairie offering a year round outdoor playground for all ages.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Summer Groundskeeper / Labourer is responsible for lawn care and maintenance, as well as assisting with various Facilities Maintenance summer projects.
MAJOR
- Perform lawn maintenance in and around various Municipal facilities as directed by Groundskeeper Supervisor.
- Operating a lawn tractor with mid mount mower to cut grass.
- Operation of zero-turn mowers and gas powered weed trimmers.
- Maintaining flower beds, planters and trees, weed removal, soil aeration and watering.
- Debris and garbage pickup and removal from sites.
- Handpicking of weeds on maintained sites.
- Assist with cleanup of facilities including brooming and sweeping of parking lots and sidewalks.
- Daily documentation and log recording.
- Ensure that work schedule complies with Greenview issued Groundskeeper manual & safety standards and work procedures.
- May include site preparation, laying of sod, and landscaping.
MINOR
- Perform general manual labour duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform the duties listed above to a high degree of quality, timeliness, and precision.
- Attending post-secondary school.
- Class 5 driver’s license.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Good verbal and listening communication skills.
- Knowledge of working with and general maintaining of power tools, lawn mowers, and hand tools.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Use and safe operation of a vehicle and trailer.
- Ability to load equipment onto a trailer.
- Ability to interpret, implement, and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
- Moderate physical effort; occasional heavy lifting.
- Extensive periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
- Exposed to working in a high noise environment.
- Subject to working in outdoor environment – heat, cold, dry, dusty and/or wet conditions; as well as insects, bees, and wildlife.
- Subject to cuts, scrapes, falls, burns, and blows.
- Hazards associated with working on or alongside roadways.
- Normal working day consists of 7.5 hours; however occasional overtime may be required.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
- All employees of the Municipal District are governed by and must be compliant with the Municipal
District Occupational Health and Safety Policy.
- Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Municipal District Policies and Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
- Adhere to grounds keeping safety procedures
- Required to wear correct Personal Protective Equipment as per safe job procedures
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 5 months
Salary: From $25.29 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Valleyview, AB T0H 3N0: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-04-29
