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

AMENDMENT - Closing Date. Those that have already applied do not need to reapply.

On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced details of its plans to require vaccination across the federal public service.

As per the new Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration Including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, federal public servants in the Core Public Administration and members of the RCMP must attest to their vaccination status. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated applies whether they are teleworking, working remotely or working on-site. This is a condition of employment and it applies to indeterminate (permanent), determinate (term), casual, and student hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment then the hiring manager or a human resources representative will contact you in order to complete an attestation.

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.

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. We cannot make any assumptions about your experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties is not enough. 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. The screening questions are the primary source of information the screening board may use and your resume may only be used as a secondary source to verify information.

Duties

Duties for Groundskeeper/Gardener:
• Complete various work orders and projects such as landscaping and installing sod
• Perform Grounds maintenance services including cutting grass, raking, maintaining trees, shovelling and snow removal
• Operation and maintenance of small riding equipment such as riding lawn mowers and garden tractors
• Operation and maintenance of heavy construction equipment such as skidsteers and wheel loaders for landscaping and snow removal.
• Operation of hand tools, such as shovels, rakes and hand saws
• Patching asphalt and repairing gravel roads and parking lots
• Perform various services in the operation of an on-site greenhouse such as seeding, transplanting, watering and planting

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.

A pool of qualified candidates may be created.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Recent experience in the operation of a skid steer Bobcat S590 or similar model
**Recent is defined as experience normally obtained within the past 5 years

Recent experience in the operation of a tractor John Deere 6430 or similar model
**Recent is defined as experience normally obtained within the past 5 years

Experience operating small equipment such as riding garden tractors, riding lawn mowers, push lawn mowers, chain saws, and weed whippers

Recent experience in the operation of a front end loader Case 621 or similar model
**Recent is defined as experience normally obtained within the past 5 years

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 Saskatchewan Polytechnic 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 Saskatchewan Polytechnic and hold a valid pesticide applicator licence issued under the Pest Control Products (Sask) Act.

Degree equivalency

Recent experience in the operation of a road grader Volvo 720B or similar model
**Recent is defined as experience normally obtained within the past 5 years

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 Saskatchewan Polytechnic 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 Saskatchewan Polytechnic and hold a valid pesticide applicator licence issued under the Pest Control Products (Sask) Act within two years from date of appointment.

All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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 candidate will be required to provide original documentation of proof of Canadian Citizenship or permanent resident status 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; Permanent resident card.

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

Volume management strategies such as random selection, top-down approach, or use of asset qualifications may be used. If you meet any of the asset qualifications (other qualifications), please be sure to provide detailed responses in the screening questionnaire

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.

Successful applicant is required to work in Regina, Saskatchewan. Telework or alternate work locations will not be an option.

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.