Gardener

🗏Job Type

Full Time

CRITICAL TASKS

Safety and Security

Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.
Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for handling and disposing of chemicals, fertilizer, pesticides, blood borne pathogens, etc., including using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
Policies and Procedures

Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Follow company and department policies and procedures.
Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Working with Others

Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
Physical Tasks

Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects).
Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25kg without assistance.
Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.
Move up and down a ladder.
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Property Grounds Maintenance
Monitor property grounds to ensure a pleasant appearance.
Monitor weather conditions and seek shelter in the event of severe weather, such as a lightning storm.
Landscaping Equipment Operation and Maintenance

Report defective equipment to manager/supervisor.
Perform pre-operation equipment safety check when using any mower or other equipment.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Interpersonal Skills

§ Team Work

§ Diversity Relations

Personal Attributes

§ Safety Orientation

§ Presentation

§ Dependability

§ Positive Demeanor

Physical Abilities

§ Proper Lifting Techniques

§ Work Conditions

§ Physical Strength

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

§ Hand Tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Grade 12

Related Work Experience

Less than 1 year related work experience

Supervisory Experience

No supervisory experience is required

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