Groundskeeper - Summer Student

1 week ago


Guelph, Canada Homewood Health Centre Inc. Full time

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As a Groundskeeper/Summer Student, you will be an integral part of a team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. This may just be the opportunity you are looking for this summer if you enjoy the outdoors, are not afraid of a little weather and take pride in a job well done.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday - days. May 6, 2024 to August 31, 2024

**What you’ll be doing**:
You will assist grounds and maintenance staff with:

- Spring clean-up of grounds and gardens including sweeping sand from walks and roadways
- Plant and maintain garden beds
- Trim trees, bushes, and hedges
- Tree take down, cut back and pruning according to established tree management practices
- Application of weed control according to grounds master plan and established policy and procedures
- Daily checks and when required, sweep walks and entrances and/or pick up garbage
- Empty waste containers and clear cigarette butts
- Maintain exterior signs, furniture and roadway markings
- Clean all shop areas daily, and weekly, on a shared basis
- Under the guidance of grounds and maintenance staff, may work from ladders and use hand tools
- Be aware of, and abide by, all department policies, especially with regards to working smartly and safely
- Maintain a clean, safe working area and ensure all safety precautions are taken in the performance of duties.

**What we’re looking for**:

- Ability and willingness to work cooperatively as a part of a team
- Understanding of WHMIS controlled products
- Proven good work and attendance record
- Ability to use power and/or hand tools and meet the physical demands of the job
- Commitment to working within Homewood’s Health and Safety Standards
- Demonstrated commitment to Homewood’s Core Competencies (Service Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity)
- Enrollment in University or Community College is required

**Why Work With Us**

Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference

Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.


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