Seasonal Groundsperson

Arbor Memorial Inc • Thorold, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Arbor Memorial offers a unique opportunity to create beautiful outdoor spaces where families honor and remember loved ones. The company fosters a culture of learning and provides health and wellness resources, along with a robust pension plan. Pleasantview Memorial Gardens, located in Fonthill, Ontario, is seeking a full-time Seasonal Groundsperson. This property spans approximately 50 developed acres and includes an administration and sales office, an onsite Funeral Home, Crematorium, and several large Mausoleum buildings. The successful candidate will be dedicated to meeting customer expectations in a sensitive and professional manner, keeping pace with changing service demands. This is a full-time contract position for 4-6 months, based on a 40-hour work week (Monday to Friday), with the possibility of overtime as required by business needs.

Requirements

• A grade 12 education or equivalent
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Exemplifies Arbor’s values of compassion, integrity, trust, teamwork, belonging and excellence

Nice To Haves

• Heavy equipment operators training or certification would be an asset
• A certificate in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) would be an asset
• A team player, with a positive attitude and the ability to multitask and set priorities
• Previous landscaping, horticultural and/or cemetery experience, and a demonstrated interest in working outdoors is an asset

Responsibilities

• All aspects of cemetery care including customer service, memorial and monument installations, equipment maintenance and grounds maintenance.

Benefits

• competitive compensation package
• culture of learning throughout our business
• health and wellness resources for all employees and their families
• robust pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees