Landscape Worker

Hours: Monday Friday 8:30AM 4:30PM

Rate of Pay: $24.73/ hour

Reason for Posting: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd Centres we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. We operate within an anti-racist anti-oppression framework and are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs.

This opportunity is with Good Shepherd Non-Profit Homes (Housing Division).

How You Will Make an Impact

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager the Landscape Worker enhances the dignity and quality of life of clients visitors and staff by maintaining clean safe and welcoming outdoor environments across all properties while demonstrating Good Shepherds Mission Vision and Values.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns gardens flower beds trees shrubs and landscaped areas across all properties
• Perform annual winter close-down and spring clean-up
• Participate in snow removal as required
• Plant transplant fertilize water prune and weed flower beds and plant areas
• Determine annual plant selections and placement; separate and replant perennials as required
• Determine mulch requirements for each property
• Remove grass branches and weeds to the city dump as required
• Implement landscape plans and maintain curb appeal
• Complete assigned work orders and light maintenance duties (painting janitorial support lighting assessments)
• Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Submit daily time logs and bi-weekly time sheets
• Adhere to the Use of Vehicle Policy
• Report hazards unsafe conditions or defective equipment
• Competent in the use and maintenance of riding mowers weed trimmers leaf blowers bush trimmers etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to Our Team

• Minimum 3 years experience in gardening/landscape maintenance
• Valid non-probationary drivers license (ability to drive pick-up with trailer attached)
• CPR/First Aid and WHMIS certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to Good Shepherds Mission Values anti-racism/anti-oppression and Harm Reduction framework

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work dedication and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework and we are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices. Will require a vulnerable police check.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations please contact Human Resources at .

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