Groundskeeper / Labourer Jobs

Our private client has a large personal estate just outside the Calgary city limits, which requires a motivated and eager team player to maintain and upkeep the grounds year-round. This Groundskeeper/Landscaper will work on this beautiful property with a small team of other groundskeepers.

The grounds crew who manage the property are a collaborative and hard working group. They are seeking a like-minded individual wanting stability and longevity in their landscaping/groundskeeping career.

If you are passionate about working outdoors within a team environment, yet also thrive working autonomously, apply today!!

Duties and Responsibilities:

The key job functions are:

• Assisting with pest and weed management without using pesticides or herbicides
• Planting trees and shrubs
• Amending soil when necessary
• Caring for ornamental and native trees
• Removing trees, hauling logs, and splitting wood
• Performing other assigned duties
• Weeding gardens and other areas as needed
• Keeping the shop and kitchen area clean
• Performing lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, sod laying, and fertilizing
• Operating various machinery including ride-on lawn mowers, push mowers, trimmers, blowers, trucks, and trailers
• Clearing snow and ice from walkways and driveways when necessary
• Assisting with irrigation system maintenance
• Assisting in planting annuals and perennials
• Servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment
• Maintaining water features
• Detailing vehicles and equipment
• Fostering positive relationships with coworkers
• Watering pots, urns, and gardens as directed

Qualifications:

• Clean criminal background
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid vaccine passport
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and function effectively in a team environment
• Ability to lift 80 pounds (pre-employment fitness test to be completed)
• Willing and able to work overtime as needed
• Reliable vehicle to get to and from the property

Experience:

• Horticulture and groundskeeping experience is an asset
• 2+ years’ working in landscaping/snow removal
• Able to communicate, adapt to change, and provide effective solutions to practical issues, all while working closely with other team members and contractors
• Design experience is considered an asset
• Able to operate a bobcat, tractor, truck trailer, mower, and other small equipment

Base Salary: $45,000 – 55,000+ per year

• Lucrative benefits package
• Commuter’s allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Salary based on experience
• Pension plan

Work Hours:

• Occasional weekend and holiday shifts will be required
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime to be expected in peak seasons (1-5 hours of OT per week)
• 40+ hours per week

Remote Work:

• This position is not remote. You are required to be on site.

Additional Notes:

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

The About Staffing Team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion. At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. We accept applications from everyone, and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer.

We are inclusive, we listen and treat others with respect and sincerity, no matter the visible or invisible differences. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is heard and valued. You Be You—we insist.