Grounds Keeper

1 month ago

Red Deer, Canada BGIS Full time

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at 

SUMMARY

Please note, this position is located in Red Deer, AB. 

Horticulturist, Grounds maintenance Position

Under direction will be responsible for performing all phases of grounds maintenance including snow removal. Work in a team environment and independently, may be required to manage summer interns. 

Job Responsibilities 

Care and maintenance of gardens and turf areas including watering Pruning of shrubs and trees Rehabilitation of landscape areas Equipment operation – Skid steer, small loader, ride on mower Hand shoveling of snow, sanding entryways Pothole repair, gravel parking lot grading, sign cleaning and repair Garbage changing and disposal

Job Requirements

Diploma in Horticulture or qualified Landscape Gardener 3-5 years’ experience in a grounds maintenance environment Possess and maintain a valid class 5 driver’s license Strong working knowledge of plants and horticulture practices with a desire for continued education Familiarity with snow removal practices - clearing/scraping, sanding, hauling Good interpersonal skills, ability to express ideas orally and in writing Ability to operate various large/small equipment – mowers, weed whip, skid steer, utility vehicle Ability to stand, kneel, and bend for long periods of time, able to lift 25kg.  Able to work outside in all weather conditions Able to traverse uneven ground and inclines Ability to perform basic equipment maintenance if needed – grease, blade changes and sharpening, belt changes Ability to work independently and with a team Take direction and make decisions independently 

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

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