Grounds & Fields Worker

Grounds & Fields Worker

Reporting to the Grounds & Fields Supervisor, the Grounds & Fields Worker is a key member of our team, responsible for providing day to day operations and maintenance to all grounds and fields facilities at the School. You will ensure the trees, shrubs, flowers, lawns and fields are maintained in top condition.

The Grounds & Fields Worker has experience working with grounds and turf or landscape maintenance and the related tools and equipment.  They are keen to use their handyperson and troubleshooting skills as they keep our campus grounds and fields looking sharp year-round.  This role will require someone energetic who is able to work in all weather conditions and has the physical capacity to lift and carry 50-lbs, stand, walk and squat for extended periods of time.

This is a full-time, year round position offering a salary in the range of $49,751 to $51,243 per annum, plus a full benefits package, RRSP with employer-matched contributions, paid vacation, a flexibly work environment, and a nurturing family-friendly workplace.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Grounds and Fields Supervisor, the tasks of the Grounds & Fields Worker include, but are not limited to:

• Gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning
• Working with team members in maintaining formal gardens, trails, and natural areas
• May remove shrubs and trees
• Sow grass and renovate turf areas; may apply herbicides to lawn.
• Pick up and/or deliver equipment and supplies
• Perform irrigation maintenance, adjustments, and repairs during growing season.
• Assist with regular hardscape maintenance of walkways, fencing, walls, gates, water features, outdoor lighting, and other features
• Assist with spring and fall clean-up of leaves and debris from beds, turf, and hardscape
• Assist with plant health care activities including mulching, planting, deadheading, and supplemental watering
• Assist with snow and ice removal
• Assist with set-up and take-down for events on the grounds
• Clean gutters, clean roofs of moss and other debris
• Assists in maintenance of athletic fields (natural grass and synthetic surfaces)
• Perform turf maintenance including mowing, edging and trim work
• Field markings and logo painting
• Clean equipment that has been used and report any deficiencies
• Other related duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid class 5 driving license
• Demonstrable experience working with grounds and turf or landscape maintenance
• Experience with and knowledge of correct application of landscape maintenance tools and equipment (power tools; lawnmowers; weed eaters, power washer etc.), as well as current industry techniques and standards
• Handyperson skills including basic trouble-shooting of equipment, light painting, woodwork and snow shoveling
• A strong ability to recognize plant healthcare needs and problems
• Physical capacity to lift and carry 50-lbs; stand, walk, squat for extended periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions
• High level of reliability and timeliness
• Self-motivated and independent, with a proven ability to work with minimal supervision

OUR SCHOOL

Shawnigan Lake School is a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages grades 8-12) on Canada's beautiful west coast. Our world-class facilities situated on a stunning 270-acre campus include ten boarding houses, a theatre, film lab, an observatory, salmon hatchery, rowing crew house on the lake, dance studio, state of the art Learning Commons and Library, recording studio, and robotics lab. Our diverse, inter-disciplinary and innovative programming helps shape the next generation of global leaders.

Shawnigan Lake School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff (and volunteers) to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and a vulnerable sector criminal record check.

Shawnigan Lake School is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest.

Shawnigan Lake School uses an applicant tracking system for candidates wishing to view and apply for available career opportunities. Applicants must apply directly via our website.