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Grounds Maintenance Worker Jobs in Edmonton, AB at City of Edmonton
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Job Number:49134
At the City of Edmonton – City Operations, we strive to help our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth and provides continuous opportunities for development.
As a Grounds Maintenance Worker you will be responsible for the General maintenance and cleaning of the site.
What will you be doing?
Regular daily and weekly maintenance of approximately 5 hectares of grass
Increase daily litter picking and site cleaning
Perform weed control operations using mechanical and cultural methods
Site maintenance, including pruning, edging, fence repair, sign repair, pressure washing of buildings, and sidewalks
Perform maintenance and minor repairs on powered equipment including push mowers, and riding tractors
Lawn maintenance for the entire Kennedale Collections yard
Regular maintenance of areas outside of all Collection Services buildings
Edge roadways and approach lanes to all sites. Regular site repairs of turf, signs, guardrails, etc.
Perform emergency traffic control as required
A high volume of work with changing dynamics including, differences in weather conditions (eg. extreme heat – extreme cold)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Day-to-day operational and work implementation decisions
Decisions and recommendations related to emergent issues
Decisions on use of proper equipment and tools for various tasks on site
Perform other related duties as required
Work Environment: Repetitive physically strenuous work in all kinds of weather including tree trimming, grass cutting, cleaning flower beds, pruning trees, planting flowers, watering plants, and shoveling compost into flower beds daily
Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent
Skills Required for Success:
Able to understand oral and written instruction
General knowledge of basic maintenance activities including: standard usage of materials, tools and equipment to complete site service tasks
Ability to use hand tools
Ability to operate some equipment (vehicles, snow blowers, etc)
Physically able to perform the duties assigned to the class
Work outdoors in all weather conditions
Heavy lifting up to 100lbs and repetitive motion/movement
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
Conditions of Employment:
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent)
Hours of Work: Up to 40 hours per week
The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected].
Up to 2 temporary positions up to 8 months
Salary: $22.072 – $30.606
Talent Acquisition Consultant: NC/JR
Classification Title:Labourer I
Posting Date:Apr 22, 2024
Closing Date:Apr 29 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to):2 – Temporary Full-time
Union:CUPE Local 30
Department:Waste Services
Work Location(s):Kennedale, 12802 – 58 St Edmonton T5A 4L3
Title: Grounds Maintenance Worker
Company: City of Edmonton
Location: Edmonton, AB
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