Overview
Groundskeeper – Summer Student Jobs in Guelph at Homewood Health Centre Inc.
Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.
As a Groundskeeper/Summer Student, you will be an integral part of a team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. This may just be the opportunity you are looking for this summer if you enjoy the outdoors, are not afraid of a little weather and take pride in a job well done.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday – days. May 6, 2024 to August 31, 2024
What you’ll be doing:
You will assist grounds and maintenance staff with:
Spring clean-up of grounds and gardens including sweeping sand from walks and roadways
Plant and maintain garden beds
Trim trees, bushes, and hedges
Tree take down, cut back and pruning according to established tree management practices
Application of weed control according to grounds master plan and established policy and procedures
Daily checks and when required, sweep walks and entrances and/or pick up garbage
Empty waste containers and clear cigarette butts
Maintain exterior signs, furniture and roadway markings
Clean all shop areas daily, and weekly, on a shared basis
Under the guidance of grounds and maintenance staff, may work from ladders and use hand tools
Be aware of, and abide by, all department policies, especially with regards to working smartly and safely
Maintain a clean, safe working area and ensure all safety precautions are taken in the performance of duties.
What we’re looking for:
Ability and willingness to work cooperatively as a part of a team
Understanding of WHMIS controlled products
Proven good work and attendance record
Ability to use power and/or hand tools and meet the physical demands of the job
Commitment to working within Homewood’s Health and Safety Standards
Demonstrated commitment to Homewood’s Core Competencies (Service Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity)
Enrollment in University or Community College is required
As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Why Work With Us
Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!
As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.
Title: Groundskeeper – Summer Student
Company: Homewood Health Centre Inc.
Location: Guelph
