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Posted on September 06, 2024 by Employer details Shawnigan Lake School
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OUR SCHOOL <p>Shawnigan Lake School is a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages 12-18 (grades 8-12) on Canadas beautiful west coast. Our world-class facilities situated on a stunning 270-acre campus include ten boarding houses, an observatory, salmon hatchery, rowing crew house on the lake, 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.<p>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.JOB DESCRIPTION <p>GROUNDS & FIELDS WORKER (FULL-TIME) <p>Shawnigan Lake School is seeking a Grounds & Fields Worker to join our team in supporting the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the grounds and fields facilities at the School.<p>The right candidate for this position is someone who is committed to ensuring their work is performed safely and to a high standard, is a great team player who also enjoys working independently and is able to remain flexible as the needs of School property change over time. There will be frequent lifting of materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and this position takes place outdoors, year-round. This role will require work schedule flexibility including seasonal on-call hours.<p>This is a full-time, year-round position offering a salary range of $49,751 to $51,243 per annum, plus a full benefits package, an RRSP with employer-matched contributions, paid vacation, a flexible work environment, and a nurturing, family-friendly workplace.ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES <p>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<p> Working with team members in maintaining formal gardens, trails, and natural areas<p> May remove shrubs and trees<p> Sow grass and renovate turf areas; may apply herbicides to lawn.<p> Pick up and/or deliver equipment and supplies<p> Perform irrigation maintenance, adjustments, and repairs during growing season<p> Assist with regular hardscape maintenance of walkways, fencing, walls, gates, water features, outdoor lighting, and other features<p> Assist with spring and fall clean-up of leaves and debris from beds, turf, and hardscape<p> Assist with plant health care activities including mulching, planting, deadheading, and supplemental watering<p> Assist with snow and ice removal<p> Assist with set-up and take-down for events on the grounds<p> Clean gutters. Repair gutters if possible<p> Clean roofs of moss and other debris<p> Assists in maintenance of athletic fields (natural grass and synthetic surfaces)<p> Perform turf maintenance including mowing, edging and trim work<p> Field markings and logo painting<p> Clean equipment that has been used and report any deficiencies<p> Other related duties as required <p>REQUIREMENTS Valid class 5 driving license<p> Knowledge of sport field maintenance<p> Demonstrable experience working with grounds and turf or landscape maintenance and irrigation<p> Knowledge of landscaping / grounds work and use of landscaping equipment (power tools; lawnmowers; weed eaters, power washer etc.)<p> Handyperson skills including basic trouble-shooting of equipment, light painting, woodwork and snow shoveling<p> A strong ability to recognize plant healthcare needs and problems<p> Physical capacity- LocationShawnigan Lake, BC
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source ApplyToEducation #2793224
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