Groundsworker - Seasonal/Temp F/T

Royal Roads University is located on the traditional lands of the Lekwungen-speaking Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. This land has been part of the fabric of the life of Indigenous communities long before Hatley Castle was built, and it will be long into the future. It is with gratitude that we now learn and work here, where the past, present and future of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, faculty and staff come together. Located in one of Canada’s most beautiful National Historic Sites, RRU is just minutes from downtown Victoria, British Columbia and is surrounded by old growth forest and awe-inspiring ocean and mountain views. RRU is a special-purpose university that delivers high-quality applied and professional programs. Established by the provincial government in 1995 through the Royal Roads University Act, RRU was created with a unique mandate and governance structure to respond to the labour market needs of British Columbia. RRU has over 34,000 alumni in 92 countries. With a reputation for innovation, RRU is a leader in the delivery of blended learning programs, which combine intensive residency experiences with online course work.
Requisition #
C0005.11
Job Title
Groundsworker - Seasonal/Temp F/T
Division Department
Royal Roads University -> Office of the Vice-President, Finance and Operations -> Operations & Resilience
Recruitment Type
Seasonal
Category
Ground and Gardens
# of Hires Needed
3
Closing Date
5/13/2024
Job Description

Under general direction of Supervisor Grounds and Gardens, the Grounds Worker is responsible for maintaining the grounds within the entire National Historic Site where Royal Roads University is located. The Grounds Worker is primarily responsible for a variety of grounds keeping duties, some of which require basic skills and abilities common to the horticulture trade. At times will be required to work closely with gardeners and perform gardens work as directed. This position delivers grounds services as part of the gardens and service team within the National Heritage Site and promotes customer service and a professional front-door image presented by the University.  

The incumbent must be capable of periods of high intensity physical work and have an ability to work flexible hours as required to meet operational needs. The incumbent must have the physical capacity to lift, carry and place heavy loads as a routine requirement of the position. As well, must be able to operate all machinery related to grounds and garden work. Some occasional minor repairs to maintain equipment in operation may be necessary. At times, may be required to meet the operational needs of the university team department including working in extreme weather conditions or assisting with other teams.
 

Job Requirements

Qualifications 

Required:
⦁    Completion of grade 12 from a secondary school or equivalent.
⦁    Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license in the Province of B. C.
⦁    1-year gardening work experience, or completion of horticulture trade certificate.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To be successful in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
⦁    Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
⦁    Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
⦁    Ability to safely operate equipment related to the duties.
⦁    Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
⦁    General knowledge of safe procedures involved in the work performed.

Preferred:
⦁    Possession of a valid B.C. Pesticide Applicator License.
⦁    Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and the use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
 

Additional Information
This is a seasonal position working 37.5 hours per week from May to September 30, 2024. The successful candidate must have the ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends. This is a CUPE Local 3886 Bargaining Unit position and the hourly rate is $23.96 and the university is pleased to offer a percentage of salary in lieu of benefits. Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note – all postings will close at 10.00 p.m. on the closing date.
While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, you will need to be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the employment contract. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us directly at [email protected] attention: Lorisha Bühler or 250-391-2600 extension 4408 so we can offer you individualized assistance and ensure equity in our recruitment and hiring process. ALL COMPETITIONS WILL CLOSE AT 10.00 P.M. ON THE DATE OF CLOSING