Groundskeeper Needed In Canada By Manpower Services Canada Limit – Apply now

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Landscape maintenance

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine groundskeeping tasks, including mowing lawns, trimming shrubs, and planting flowers.
• Maintain and care for outdoor landscapes by watering, fertilizing, and applying pesticides as needed.
• Clean and maintain walkways, parking areas, and common outdoor areas.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
• Assist with landscape design and installation projects, including planting trees, flowers, and shrubs.
• Ensure proper irrigation and drainage systems are functioning effectively.
• Remove debris and maintain a neat and orderly appearance of outdoor spaces.
• Collaborate with the landscaping team to develop and execute seasonal landscaping plans.
• Identify and address issues related to pest control, disease, or landscaping deterioration.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and practices while operating equipment and working outdoors.
• Maintain and repair fences, gates, and other outdoor structures.
• Keep records of maintenance tasks, inventory, and equipment usage.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding maintenance needs.
• Respond to immediate landscaping needs, such as snow removal and storm cleanup.
• Uphold the organization’s commitment to sustainability and environmentally friendly practices.
• Assist in maintaining and managing outdoor lighting systems.
• Monitor plant health and growth, taking necessary actions to ensure healthy landscapes.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills.

Qualifications:

      High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

• Prior experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related roles is advantageous.
• Knowledge of landscaping techniques, plant care, and outdoor maintenance.
• Familiarity with operating and maintaining landscaping equipment.
• Physical stamina to perform manual labor, lift heavy objects, and work outdoors.
• Attention to detail and an eye for aesthetics in outdoor spaces.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of irrigation systems and pest control methods.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing weather conditions and landscaping needs.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record may be required.

Tasks

• Weed, prune and trim trees and plants
• Cut grass
• Rake and collect refuse
• Remove litter and garbage
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability