Grounds Maintenance Technician

6 days ago

Olds, Canada Olds College Full time

About Olds College

At Olds College, we value our people and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Our institution is dedicated to delivering quality education in an environment that fosters academic excellence and student success. There are many reasons to join our team and build a meaningful career in a community that is innovative, diverse, and welcoming.

The Opportunity:

The Grounds Maintenance Technician will be responsible for overseeing various work on the Olds College campus, including grounds maintenance, landscape and maintenance, planting, fertilizing, mowing, and spraying.

Key Job Functions:

  • Operate equipment, including snow removal equipment, skid steers, and landscaping equipment, such as sprayers, trailers, trucks, skid steers, lawn mower, etc.
  • Provide backup to the Grounds team in terms of day-to-day work scheduling and operations.
  • Oversee general ground maintenance, equipment operation, landscape construction/repair, and irrigation repair and maintenance operations on the campus.
  • Evaluate tree health for safety of climb. Plan tree trimming.
  • Incorporate integrated pest management (IPM) in controlling weeds and other pests.
  • Provide day-to-day direction, guidance, and mentor summer students.
  • Prepare planting beds, (weeding, mulch, watering) and maintain perennials; prune trees and shrubs.
  • Support Waste Management on Campus.
  • Ensure that work orders are properly completed.
  • Help develop and maintain procedures for equipment and operations.
  • Track cost to support budgeting and inventory.

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:

  • ISA certified Arborist or willing to obtain. Climbing is an asset.
  • A diploma in Horticulture, Arboriculture, or related field preferred. A journeyperson certificate would be considered an asset.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of practical experience plus weed/pest control and growing horticulture crops an asset.
  • Possess a minimum of a Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
  • Possess a Pesticide Applicators license on hiring or by probation end.
  • Knowledge related to grounds maintenance and specialized grounds equipment.
  • Knowledge of environmental/sustainability issues.
  • Strong decision-making capabilities.
  • Previous experience as a team lead an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team.
  • Average computer skills required.
  • Ability to adopt new technology and practices.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Physically fit and the ability to lift up to 50lbs, perform repetitive work, and able to work in diverse weather conditions.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.
  • Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.

Olds College offers a competitive benefit plan:

  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan (LAPP).
  • Extended Health, Dental, and Prescription Drugs benefits.
  • Health/Personal Spending Account.
  • Generous Vacation Leave.
  • Paid Holiday Closure.
  • 'Olds College in the Community' volunteer leave.
  • Professional development and opportunities for growth.

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