Gardener/Helper (Student)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Winnipeg, MB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to our home. Above all else, that’s what The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre is—a home. It’s a sparkling, 200-bed facility in south Winnipeg where people who can no longer live independently come to live their remaining years in dignity and with professional care, in a robust and friendly social environment steeped in Yiddishkeit. The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre is a not-for-profit, government-funded facility that honours Jewish values and traditions while welcoming seniors of all backgrounds. Are you looking for a rewarding career where you are treated with respect and are part of a robust employee culture? We offer many employee benefits including an EAP program, HEPP Pension, generous compensation, on site cafe with subsidized pricing and many staff recognition events. The Green Team is responsible for the assisting with grounds maintenance, interior maintenance and environmental services as assigned. Must be available Full Time Monday to Friday in July & August.

Requirements

Must be in good mental and physical health to meet the requirements to the position.
Ability to execute work in a neat and clean manner.
Follows standards outlined in Infection Control Manual, Emergency Manual, and WHMIS program.
Adheres to WPS&H policies and procedures; keeping current with practices; working in a prudent and safe manner and informing other employees if they are using unsafe work practices or equipment; identifying and reporting any real or potential safety hazards; wearing all safety equipment related to this position as well as participating in all safety-training offered through the facility.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Yard work and painting experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes (Annuals and Perennials).
Maintain gardens and lawns by cutting grass with a riding lawn mower, push mower, and weed wacker, etc.
Trim shrubs and pull weeds.
Rake, mulch and prune the grounds as needed.
Water plants daily and grass as needed.
Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth.
Apply weed stop to prevent future growth.
Prepare outdoor areas for upcoming events.
Sweep walkway of debris.
Keep outdoor furniture clean and in good repair.
Patch and paint common areas and resident rooms.
Paint benches, railing, doors and frames, posts and pillars.