Groundskeeper / Greenskeeper / Facilities Manager

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Southlands Riding Club Full time

**Southlands Riding Club**

Facilities Manager Opportunity

**Facilities Manager (Groundskeeper)**

Resourceful. Dependable. Outdoorsy. As a Facilities Manager at Southlands Riding Club, you will use your mechanical inclination, problem solving creativity and can-do attitude to champion a safe and enjoyable riding experience for our members, instructors, and competitors alike.

Southlands Riding Club (“SRC”) is a not-for-profit equestrian riding facility in South Vancouver. SRC hosts over 450 members on 18 acres of land, offering seven separate riding arenas and a ½ mile track. On any given day, 150 to 200 horses and riders use the facility for their professional, recreational, and training needs. SRC also has a horse rescue program with 4-5 horses living on the property.

**What is in it for you**:

- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- Employee benefit package including health and dental coverage
- SRC membership (if you are a rider)
- Engaging, dynamic and relaxed team environment.
- Work primarily outdoors in a beautiful rural setting
- Be a catalyst in a significantly important period of improvement at SRC

**Overview of the position**:
Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for the aesthetic and maintenance of our grounds, the safety of our members and the overall sustainability of SRC where grounds are concerned.

You will also be responsible for managing teams and working with the SRC club staff during horse shows, clinics, and community events throughout the year.

This physically active role requires some heavy lifting, use of motorized machinery including tractors and mowers, use of woodworking equipment (drills, saws, etc.) and working with materials such as fertilizers, paints, etc. The ability to be flexible with respect to working hours and conditions is mandatory; the position duties and responsibilities - as well as working hours - vary from season-to-season, and are partially based upon special events such as horse shows, clinics, etc.

**What you will be doing**:

- Working with other Facilities Manager on daily tasks
- Grooming and maintenance of riding rings and surfaces
- Field, lawn, and tree/shrub care
- Repairs and maintenance of facilities including fences, irrigation, lighting, minor woodworking projects, painting, planting, etc.
- Maintaining tractors and equipment as per manufacturer recommendations
- Scheduling general maintenance for the facility
- Ensuring a clean and safe working environment in the shop and on the grounds
- Managing part-time and/or contractual staff
- Ensuring optimal conditions at the club for our members and guests
- Oversee third party vendors, involved in grounds-related projects and work.
- Scheduling daily tasks to be completed in your absence; providing direction, objectives and expectations for persons working on SRC’s property; evaluating staff and vendor performance.

**Your experience and skills**
- At least five (5) years of experience in caring for grounds and facilities (landscaping, equestrian or golf club grounds crew, property management, farming, etc.).
- Must have a valid driver’s license in the province of BC.
- Ability to multitask multiple jobs
- Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn

**Does this sound like you?**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 40 per week

**Salary**: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- grounds maintenance: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Groundskeeper / Greenskeeper / Facilities Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Southlands Riding Club Full time

    **Southlands Riding Club** Facilities Manager Opportunity **Facilities Manager (Head Groundskeeper)** Resourceful. Dependable. Outdoorsy. As the Facilities Manager at Southlands Riding Club, you will use your mechanical inclination, problem solving creativity and can-do attitude to champion a safe and enjoyable riding experience for our members,...

  • Groundskeeper / Greenskeeper / Facilities Manager

    5 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Southlands Riding Club Full time

    **Southlands Riding Club** Facilities Manager Opportunity **Facilities Manager (Head Groundskeeper)** Resourceful. Dependable. Outdoorsy. As the Facilities Manager at Southlands Riding Club, you will use your mechanical inclination, problem solving creativity and can-do attitude to champion a safe and enjoyable riding experience for our members,...

  • Groundskeeper / Facilities Manager / Head of

    5 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Southlands Riding Club Full time

    **Southlands Riding Club** Facilities Manager Opportunity **Facilities Manager (Head Groundskeeper)** Resourceful. Dependable. Outdoorsy. As the Facilities Manager at Southlands Riding Club, you will use your mechanical inclination, problem solving creativity and can-do attitude to champion a safe and enjoyable riding experience for our members,...

  • Groundskeeper

    1 day ago

    Vancouver, Canada Cleantech Service Group Ltd. Full time

    **ABOUT US** Cleantech Service Group is based in Richmond and provides cleaning and maintenance services to commercial establishments and strata buildings throughout the Lower Mainland. In business since 1996, Cleantech is committed to providing superior, sustainable services to our customers and has seen rapid and continuous growth. **JOB...

  • Groundskeeper

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    **Competition Number** - S18954P**Position Title** - Groundskeeper**Position Number** - S99445**Employee Group** - Staff**Position Status** - Temporary Part-Time**Start Date** - 04/03/2023**End Date (if applicable)** - 10/01/2023**Department** - Facilities**Additional Notes** **Location** - North Vancouver**Working with us** - At Capilano University,...

  • Groundskeeper

    1 week ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    **Competition Number** - S181075P**Position Title** - Groundskeeper**Position Number** - S99445**Employee Group** - Staff**Position Status** - Temporary Full-Time**Start Date** **End Date (if applicable)** **Department** - Facilities**Additional Notes** **Location** - North Vancouver**Working with us** - At Capilano University, students are our focus....

  • Seasonal Groundskeeper

    2 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club Full time

    **The Position**: Our Club is currently looking for Seasonal Groundskeepers to join our team. The employment term starts as early as April and concludes at the end of September 2024. As a Seasonal Groundskeeper at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club, you will play a significant role in maintaining our beautiful golf course and surrounding grounds, ensuring an...

  • Groundskeeper Ii

    4 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada BC Housing Full time

    **Position Summary**: **GROUNDSKEEPER II** **Job ID: 4651** **SHORT-TERM (APRX 9 MONTHS)/FULL-TIME** **Location: VANCOUVER, BC** - **Join one of BC’s Top Employers!**: - **Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!** **BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected...

  • Groundskeeper Ii

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada BC Housing Full time

    **Position Summary**: **GROUNDSKEEPER II - 3 Positions** **Job ID: 4910** **SHORT-TERM (APRX 9 MONTHS)/FULL-TIME** **Location: VANCOUVER, BC** - ** Join one of BC’s Top Employers!**: - ** Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!** **BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only...

  • Groundskeeper 1

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    **Competition Number** - S18954P**Position Title** - Groundskeeper 1**Position Number** - S99445**Employee Group** - Staff**Position Status** - Temporary Part-Time**Start Date** - 04/03/2023**End Date (if applicable)** - 10/01/2023**Department** - Facilities**Additional Notes** **Location** - North Vancouver**Working with us** - At Capilano University,...

  • Playland Groundskeeper Ii

    7 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Pacific National Exhibition Full time

    **Job Description**: ***Playland Groundskeeper II** Part-Time; Seasonal Wage & Paygrade: $22/hour (PG75) plus 10% in lieu of Benefits and Vacation. Date Posted: April 12, 2024 **Who we are** The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This...

  • Playland Groundskeeper Ii

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Pacific National Exhibition Full time

    **Job Description**: ***Playland Groundskeeper II** Part-Time; Seasonal Wage & Paygrade: $22/hour (PG75) plus 10% in lieu of Benefits and Vacation. Date Posted: June 5, 2024 **Who we are** The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 114-year-old,...

  • Playland Groundskeeper Ii

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Pacific National Exhibition Full time

    **Job Description**: **Playland Groundskeeper II** Part-Time; Seasonal Wage & Paygrade: $22/hour (PG75) plus 10% in lieu of Benefits and Vacation. Date Posted: March 8, 2023 Start Date: Tentatively May 1, 2023 **Who we are** The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate...

  • Facilities Assistant

    14 hours ago

    West Vancouver, Canada Mulgrave School Full time

    **Permanent, Full-Time Start Date**: Immediately Mulgrave is one of Canadas leading independent co-educational pre-K 12 day schools, serving the North Shore of Vancouver. We are an established IB Continuum World School with a reputation for excellence and innovation. We are now seeking applicants for the role of Facilities Assistant, to start immediately....

  • Director, Facilities Management

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top...

  • Director, Facilities Management

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top...

  • Director, Facilities Management

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top...

  • Director, Facilities Management

    1 day ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top...

  • Director, Facilities Management

    2 days ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top...

  • Director, Facilities Management

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, BC, Canada Capilano University Full time

    At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top...