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.

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.

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions relating to education and experience qualifications (essential and asset). We cannot make any assumptions about your responses.

Education - You must provide when (from-to), education institution, and education level obtained.

Experience - You must demonstrate by providing clear and concrete examples of HOW, WHEN and WHERE the experience was met. It is NOT sufficient to state the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past duties. The depth and breadth of experience of an applicant may be considered as part of screening or selection of a candidate, which is why it is recommended you quantify your experience. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.

NOTE: Your resume will only be used to substantiate your responses. Should you indicate in your response "please refer to resume" your application will be rejected.

Duties

• Assists Groundskeeper in various work orders and projects such as landscaping and installing sod
• Assists in Grounds maintenance services including cutting grass, raking, trimming trees, shovelling and snow removal
• Operation and maintenance of small riding equipment such as riding lawn mowers and garden tractors
• Operation of hand tools, such as shovels, rakes and hand saws
• Operation and maintenance of small motorized equipment such as push lawn mowers and weed whippers
• Provides physical labour at the Grounds maintenance sites
• Patching asphalt and repairing gravel roads and parking lots

Intent of the process

Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM. Information regarding the CM appointment will be sent to all applicable candidates who are within the area of selection and participated in the advertised process.

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

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)

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, materials and equipment in a safe and proper manner

Oral Communication

Prioritizing

Working Effectively with Others

Thinking things through

Showing Initiative and Being Action Oriented

Demonstrating integrity and respect

Dependability

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

The RCMP is committed to having a skilled, diversified workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying to the following employment equity groups: women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

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

Willing and able to work in varying weather conditions including; snow, rain, heat and cold

Willing and able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with safety rules

Willing and able to be available to be on standby, to work shift work, work overtime on short notice, and work evenings and/or weekends

Willing and able to attend all training as required

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

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, on-line activities, alcohol and/or drug use, etc.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.