Gardener/groundskeeper- Full-time

**Sodexo, a global quality of life services provider, is looking for a reliable self-starter to join our Landscaping team at the P&G facility in Belleville. If you're looking to be part of an amazing team of dedicated, passionate people then look no further.**

**Who We Are**

The well-being of our clients is at the heart of Sodexo's approach, customer engagement is integral in the services provided by Sodexo employees in various locations across Canada. We work closely with our consumers and clients to create an interactive and personalized environment for the well-being of everyone we serve.

Sodexo is proud to announce these nominations: 2021 Canada’s Best Diversity Employer; 2021 Canada’s Greenest Employers; 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index featured company; 2020 Parity Certification - Platinum level and Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) Program company - Gold Level.

**What We Can Offer You**

We are looking for a Gardener/Groundskeeper to join our dynamic team. This position is a full-time permanent role (seasonal options available). Hourly rate of $22.00/hour. You will be offered a great team environment and work/life balance. This position includes:

- A flexible and dynamic work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Access to ongoing training and development programs
- Extended health benefits including vision and dental

**The Job Details**

During your time with us you will be required to maintain flower beds and planters, prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, remove damaged leaves, branches and twigs using mowers, tractors and other hand and power tools. You will plant and maintain flower beds or other decorative planters, maintain and sharpen tools and make minor repairs to equipment as required. Plant, fertilize, water, and use herbicides and insecticides to maintain lawns, flowers, trees and shrubs.

You will be asked to clean drainage ditches and culverts, maintain irrigation systems, and remove garbage and debris from outdoor areas. You will perform routine cleaning and maintenance of gardening and grounds equipment. May operate trucks and various motorized equipment such as mowers, tractors, two-axle vehicles, chain saws, string trimmers and pruning saws.

You will be attending training programs (classroom and virtual) as needed, comply with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures, perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures, participate in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned as required.

We offer year round employment through a general maintenance role within the same facility. We offer extensive on the job training for all general maintenance work.

**What You Bring**

You are a dynamic and reliable person with good communication and interpersonal skills. You are committed to quality assurance and safety. You possess the following skills and abilities:

- High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
- 1-2 Years of related work experiences preferred.
- Valid class G drivers license.
- Strong work ethic and attendance record.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Able to lift up to 40lbs and work in various weather conditions.

**What's Next?**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Ongoing cleaning protocols. Site is assessed on an ongoing basis and covid protocols will be maintained as required.

**Experience**:

- maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
- Gardening: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person