Landscape Services Worker I at University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

60708.36

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Landscaping, Grounds maintenance, Hardscaping, Softscaping, Horticulture, Project initiative, Safety compliance, Hazard identification, Communication, Driving

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status. This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day. Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton, South Campus Edmonton, and Campus Saint-Jean. The incumbent's primary goal is to provide a sage, aesthetically pleasing landscaped campus environment for the University community, which includes but isn't limited to (students, staff and visitors to Campus) within the general frame of work of Division policies and procedures. The incumbent acts as a contact between students, staff, visitors, and is responsible for the general upkeep of both hard and soft landscaped areas. • Because of the nature of the position the incumbent has to be a self-starter and take initiative of projects on their own accord. The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/careers.html]. At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns. The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply. L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler. The Campus Operations & Services [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/campus-operations-services/index.html] team supports the University of Alberta through a range of essential services and works for operating, maintaining and renewing infrastructure across our campuses.

Responsibilities

The incumbent is responsible for the general upkeep of hard and soft landscaped areas to ensure an aesthetically pleasing campus environment. They act as a primary contact for students, staff, and visitors while managing projects with initiative and adhering to safety policies.