Groundskeeper – Labourer

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  • Calgary, AB
  • $55,000-60,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
  • Apply easily
About Staffing® is an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a proud BBB Accredited business.We have partnered with a private client in personal service to support them in finding their next all-star Groundskeeper-someone who's ready to trade city chaos for the peaceful rhythm of working on a stunning private estate just outside Calgary.Job ID: 42917Job Type: Direct HireCategory: MiscellaneousLocation: Calgary, AlbertaImagine spending your days outdoors, caring for a beautiful property alongside a team that values hard work, collaboration, and a good laugh while getting the job done. Our client's dedicated grounds crew is seeking a like-minded team player who's eager to grow a long-term career in groundskeeping and make a difference on a truly special piece of land.If you love working with your hands, take pride in a job well done, and want to be part of a reliable team that enjoys what they do (even when the snow flies), this is a rare opportunity to roll up your sleeves and build a rewarding, stable career.Duties and Responsibilities:The key job functions are:
  • Performing lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, sod laying, and fertilizing.
  • Assisting with pest and weed management using eco-friendly methods (no pesticides or herbicides).
  • Operating a variety of machinery including ride-on mowers, push mowers, trimmers, blowers, trucks, and trailers.
  • Servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment alongside the mechanic team.
  • Caring for water features and assisting with irrigation systems.
  • Planting and maintaining vibrant flower beds, shrubs, and trees.
  • Removing trees, hauling logs, and splitting wood-must love a good sweat!
  • Handling seasonal duties like snow and ice removal to keep walkways safe and pristine.
  • Keeping work areas, equipment, and vehicles spotless.
  • Pitching in wherever needed and maintaining a positive rapport with coworkers and contractors.
Qualifications:
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the estate.
  • Clean criminal background check.
  • Physically fit-must be able to lift 80 lbs (a pre-employment fitness test will be required).
  • Willingness to work overtime, including occasional weekends and holidays.
  • A flexible, can-do attitude with a team-first mentality.
Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or snow removal.
  • Comfortable communicating and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Experience operating equipment like bobcats, tractors, mowers, and trailers.
  • Mechanically inclined-able to assist with basic diagnostics and maintenance.
Base Salary: $55,000-60,000 per year
  • Salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Commuter's allowance
  • Cell phone allowance
  • Pension plan
Work Hours:
  • 40+ hours per week
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime, weekend, and holiday shifts will occasionally be required
Additional Notes:
  • This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
  • All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.
About Staffing® recruiters are Alberta's experts in connecting candidates with miscellaneous jobs. We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate and industrial fields.The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies. Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer's needs of the positions we are actively working on.We are constantly posting miscellaneous jobs so check back with us regularly.For FAQs, stop by our .Please reference Job ID: 42917 in your application.To apply for this job email your details to .About Staffing is an Alberta-based employment and recruitment agency that offers flexible staffing solutions for all businesses across any industry and position level.

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