Groundskeeper
About The Position
Humber River Health is seeking a Regular Full-time Groundskeeper to join their Maintenance and Engineering team. This role involves maintaining the grounds of the multi-site organization, which serves over 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. Humber River Health is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital with its Finch and Church campuses. The organization is known for its innovative approach, being North America’s first fully digital hospital, utilizing robotics and advanced technology to improve patient care. The Groundskeeper position is crucial in supporting the organization's commitment to providing high-quality patient care and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Previous grounds keeping experience preferred.
- A valid Ontario driver’s license required.
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
- Ability to push and pull lawnmower.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawls when caring for lawn, shrubs and flowers.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Works mainly outside.
- Works with all proper personal protective equipment including but not limited to, safety (greenpatch) boots, hearing protection, safety glasses, and gloves.
- Ability to maintain (visually inspect) all landscaping equipment and keep an update maintenance equipment log book.
- Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
Nice To Haves
- Riding Lawnmower experience would be an asset
Responsibilities
- Mows lawns with either a push or driver mower.
- Edges grass with gas powered trimmer.
- Prunes trees and trims hedges.
- Collects and disposes of clippings, branches, and other foliage.
- Empties exterior garbage receptacles.
- Weeds and thins flower beds.
- Cleans and sweeps garbage at entrances and parking lots.
- Maintains all equipment in a safe and good working condition.
- Participates in departmental training programs.
- Ensures personal protective equipment is properly maintained and utilized.
- Works as part of the grounds keeping team.
- Snow removal of emergency exits.
- Plant and maintain flower beds.
- Assist with stock inventory.
- Power wash entrances.
- Computer knowledge of CMMS (work orders).
Benefits
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
