Groundskeeper (Student)

Regina Airport Authority requires two (2) students to fill the role of Groundskeeper. The individuals will be responsible for the maintenance of groundside surfaces and landscaped areas of Regina International Airport (YQR) under the general supervision of the field maintenance department.

**R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S**
- While promoting safety and security awareness, perform all duties with an ownership attitude in compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Responsible for providing customer service excellence through daily security, operations and facilities systems monitoring and issue resolution, interaction and communication with staff, tenants, passengers, and stakeholders.
- Perform all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the companies Mission, Vision and Corporate Values.
- Promote customer service awareness and an ownership attitude.
- Be aware of and follow Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards along with all airport safety policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the daily maintenance of airport landscaped areas including grass cutting, weeding, watering, planting trees and flowers, and assisting with irrigation system operation and repairs.
- Operating various types of mobile equipment and hand tools in performing daily tasks.
- Responsible for the preparation of flower beds in the spring and the watering and maintenance of flower beds on a continuous basis.
- Responsible for daily upkeep of airport property and grounds which includes the cleaning and removal of trash and litter.
- Assist with the airside crack sealing program.
- Caring for mobile equipment including cleaning, washing, and basic maintenance.
- Miscellaneous duties in support of general airport grounds and facilities maintenance such as painting, shop cleaning, and various types of labour activities.
- Understand and comply with all Corporate Policies and Procedures.

**R E Q U I R E M E N T S**
- Completion of high school (or equivalent) and enrolled full-time in an accredited institution for the fall school term; proof of attendance may be required.
- Must be safety conscious and have working knowledge of safe working practices while using powered and non-powered tools and equipment.
- Must be motivated and able to work in a team setting or independently.
- Must be in good physical shape with the ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
- Must have previous experience in landscape maintenance and knowledge of horticulture practices.
- Ability to implement safe working practices while operating powered and non-powered landscape equipment or hand tools such as mowers, tractors, shovels, rakes, saws or any other tool or equipment required to complete an assigned task.
- Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills to professionally manage a multitude of tasks in a customer focused environment.
- Ability to grow and maintain positive professional relationships with corporate departments, key business partners and team members.
- Capable of performing within a transparent work environment where collaborative relationships are encouraged, and varied opinions are respected.
- Robust awareness and commitment to a healthy and safe working environment.
- Demonstrated ability to have a positive impact on business results.
- Critical and logical thinking skills, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts.
- A self-directed problem solver who can work well both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Results oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines with strong attention to detail.

**R A T E O F P A Y**

Rate of Pay: $15.00 per hour - $20.00 per hour dependent on experience.

**C O N D I T I O N S O F E M P L O Y M E N T**
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
- Ability to secure a clear National Criminal Record through the internal pre-employment background screening process.
- Ability to obtain a Transportation Security Clearance

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

**Salary**: $15.00-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-03-21