Groundskeeper 1

Note that this is a 12-month term position. Carleton University also welcomes applications from continuing employees. If a Continuing employee is the successful candidate, this assignment will be considered a Career Development Assignment, and the successful candidate must obtain a leave of absence from their current and substantive position, where applicable. Permission for such leave must not be unreasonably withheld.

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Job Number:  J0921-0701

Job Title:  Groundskeeper 1

Job Type:  Term Assignment

Department:  Office of VP Finance and Administration

Job Category:  Facilities Management and Planning

Number of Positions:  1

Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy):  05/11/2021

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy):  12/11/2021

Salary (with Salary Rate):  21.69 - 21.69/Hour

Assignment Duration From:  15/11/2021

Assignment Duration To:  14/11/2022

Employee Group:  CUPE 910

Salary Level:  CUPE 910 - Groundskeeper I

Date Position Available:  21/09/2021

Under the supervision of the Manager of Grounds and Moving services, the groundskeeper 1 is responsible for the following:
• Maintain cutting lawns with riding and walk behind mowers and raking, spring cleanup and fall leaf collection, fertilization and irrigation.
• Sweep hard surface roads, sidewalks, steps.
• Maintain shrubs, trees and flowerbeds by cultivating, weeding, fertilizing, pruning and watering.
• Landscaping, planting flowers, shrubs, trees site, preparation, and install sod.
• Remove snow and ice from roads, sidewalks and steps by snow shoveling and installation of salt and salt alternatives to make them in a safe condition.
• Pick litter and pick up trash from garbage receptacles.
• Install road signs.
• Clean equipment, shop and storage area’s.
• Assist in delivering materials and setting up of equipment for outdoor events on campus.
• Perform indoors cleaning tasks during inclement weather.
• Assist with excavations as required.
• Clean up debris following tasks.
• Reads reference materials to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures.
• Understands the proper use of ladders.

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Entry level skills in maintenance and repair procedures including preventive maintenance, breakdown repair and trouble-shooting.
• Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools related to job function.
• Ability to read and interpret documents related to job function.
• Ability to effectively work individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow through and carry out assignments.

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• Completion of Grade Twelve or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Have a valid class G (min) driver’s license.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

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