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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

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.

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.

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

This process will be used to staff an indeterminate full time position.

Should a CM be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to another category for the member.

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.

Experience of the operation and maintenance of heavy mobile equipment.

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.

Experience in the operation of a road grader.

Experience in greenhouse operations.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

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.

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.

Oral Communication

Prioritizing

Working Effectively with Others

Dependability

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

Ability to operate a road grader.

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying to the following employment equity group: Aboriginal peoples.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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.

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.

The successful applicant will have to obtain an RCMP security clearance. The process also requires a Security/Reliability Interview, a field investigation in matters of credit/finances, education, employment, references, etc.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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