Groundskeeper/Gardener

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the education and experience criteria (essential and asset) for the initial screening, in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather, you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described education and experience provided in the screening questions should be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.

Work environment

As an employer of choice for over 26,000 men and women, the RCMP promises a career like no other. With over 130 years of tradition and service, the RCMP is Canada’s national police service. Proud of our traditions and confident in meeting future challenges, we commit to preserve the peace, uphold the law and provide quality service in partnership with our communities.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be created.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Possession of a valid Canadian Driver’s Licence equivalent to a Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Experience in the operation of a skid steer

Experience in the operation of a tractor

Experience operating small equipment

Experience in the operation of a front end loader

Experience tending to a lawn, flower bed or garden in the outdoors or in a greenhouse

Experience working with basic computer applications such as Internet or email or word processing software

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Successful completion of a training program that includes all of the elements set out in Table 14.1 of O-1.1 Reg 1 Occupational Health and Safety, 1996

Successful completion of the Pesticide Applicator Course in Landscape offered by SIAST and hold a valid pesticide applicator licence issued under the Pest Control Products (Sask) Act

Successful completion of the Pesticide Applicator Course in Greenhouse offered by SIAST and hold a valid pesticide applicator licence issued under the Pest Control Products (Sask) Act

Degree equivalency

Experience in the operation of a road grader

Recent experience* in greenhouse operations
*Recent experience is defined as experience normally obtained within the past 3-5 years

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heavy mobile equipment

Knowledge of all-weather road and sidewalk maintenance in highly populated areas by pedestrians and vehicular traffic

Knowledge of safety procedures and practices involved in the operation of large equipment

Knowledge to detect vehicular malfunctions for repairs

Knowledge of greenhouse operations

Oral communication

Prioritizing

Effective interpersonal skills

Dependability

Ability to lift and move objects in a safe and proper manner

Ability to operate a skid steer

Ability to operate a tractor

Ability to operate a front loader

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Ability to operate a road grader

Willing and able to lift and carry objects (maximum of 25 kilograms/55 pounds)

Willing and able to work in varying weather conditions, including work performed outside

Willing and able to work overtime

Conditions of employment

Security Clearance: RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status

Possession of a valid Canadian Driver’s Licence equivalent to a Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

Possession of a valid Canadian Driver’s Licence equivalent to a Saskatchewan Class 3 Driver’s Licence with “A” Endorsement within two years from date of appointment.

Successful completion of the Pesticide Applicator Course in Landscape offered by SIAST and hold a valid pesticide applicator licence issued under the Pest Control Products (Sask) Act within two years from date of appointment.

Successful completion of the Pesticide Applicator Course in Greenhouse offered by SIAST and hold a valid pesticide applicator licence issued under the Pest Control Products (Sask) Act within two years from date of appointment.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Applications will be accepted online only. Please apply online at www.canada.ca/government-jobs. If you have a disability that prevents you from applying on-line please contact the hiring manager as identified on this poster.

You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the education and experience criteria.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

The successful candidate will be required to provide original documentation of proof of Canadian Citizenship prior to appointment. Other candidates may also be asked to provide this documentation at various stages in the selection process. The following documents will be accepted as proof: Provincial or territorial birth certificate; Naturalization certificates (issued prior to Jan. 1, 1947); Registration of Birth Abroad certificates (issued between Jan. 1, 1947 and Feb. 14, 1977); Certificates of Retention; Citizenship certificates.

Candidates will be required to show original proof of education. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

If you have been recently assessed on the same qualification for another position in the RCMP in Saskatchewan, that previous assessment may be used in this process.
You may be assessed using one or more of the following tools: standardized tests, written exams, interview, simulation exercise, reference check, and other assessment tools.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. We ask that you indicate your preference in your application.

Testing/interviews will be conducted at the location of the employer's choice.

Candidates may be required to pay for all assessment and travel expenses.

All applicants for positions within the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will be subject to a thorough security clearance process which includes an interview wherein questions may include (but not limited to), reference checks, previous employment, on-line activities, credit checks, alcohol and/or drug use.

Must be willing and able to relocate to Regina, Saskatchewan

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.