Relief Groundsperson 1 - 40 Hours at School District 57 — NeverHard

TITLE: Relief Groundsperson 1 - 40 Hours DEPARTMENT: Facility Services REPORTS TO: General Manager, Facility Services WAGE: $29.02 hourly wage effective July 1, 2024 SUMMARY: Under general direction the Grounds Person is responsible for the maintenance, repair and general upkeep of grounds. The Grounds Person works cooperatively with other employees, students and the public. DUTIES: Operate equipment, vehicles, trucks, and/or in combination with trailer units. Installs and/or maintains playfield and playground equipment such as goal posts, basketball hoops and swings, occasionally using simple site plans and working drawings. Shovel soil, snow, collecting litter and emptying garbage containers. Turf grass and irrigation maintenance. Assists with installation of blacktop and concrete on small projects. Directs, advises or assists other employees as appropriate. May be required to train other employees in the operation of specific equipment as directed. Orders material and supplies as required. Reports work completed including time and materials used. Maintains a clean, safe work environment including equipment and vehicles. Routine inspections of school and district equipment. Performs other maintenance related or emergent duties. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, SKILLS: Completion Grade 12 education or equivalent. Training in the operation of grounds equipment. Minimum of two years related experience. A valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License. Knowledge of health and safety procedures, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information General knowledge of Turf Grass and Irrigation maintenance. Competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to this work. Ability to plan and schedule work and organize the workload effectively. Ability to use courtesy and tact in the explanation of and discussion of information in contact with students, suppliers and other staff. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Ability to perform individually and as part of a team. Physical capabilities to perform the job duties. Basic computer skills. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED (Grounds Person) Hand tools, air tools, power tools, ladder, mower, sweeper, blade sharpener, and other ground person's equipment. PHYSICAL ABILITIES Sufficient vision to perform duties of a groundsperson. Fundamental ability to use the tools and equipment of the trade. Physical strength required to do heavy manual work in all weather conditions. HOW TO APPLY: Click here for step-by-step instructions to create your ECE, EA and Support Staff Make A Future profile, complete your portfolio and apply to postings. If you encounter a problem with the application software, please contact the help line at Make a Future. **Only candidates that are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted**