Brentwood College School Hiring for Grounds Worker Full Time

Join our Team as a Grounds Worker!

Brentwood College School is committed to making our school the best place to learn and work in the Cowichan Valley. Our employees choose to be here because of the unique benefits we offer. As one of the top boarding high schools in North America, we offer a vibrant culture, competitive compensation, and an absolutely stunning workplace setting.

Do you love working outdoors while being part of a connected and collaborative team? Do you have previous experience in Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscape Construction, Turf Management or Irrigation and want to work within a supportive community? As part of the Grounds Worker team, you’ll be responsible for enhancing the aesthetic aspects of the campus and assisting in ensuring the safety of all staff, students and guests on all parts of the property

Our Grounds team members grass cutting, trimming, edging and weeding, maintaining grounds around building exteriors, walkways, and fixed equipment, including gutter; roof and catch basin cleaning. You believe that it is important to ensure that all aspects of your work are in compliance with applicable policies and protocols, and you will enjoy working within and contributing to the School’s vibrant and respectful workplace culture.

Your Opportunity:

This is a full-time role with group benefits and pension. A consistent schedule will be offered; however, based on operational needs or events, flexibility will be required, including weekends, evenings, and overtime.

Your Certificates and Experience:

· Education, training, and/or experience in Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscape Construction, Turf Management, Irrigation

· Valid BC Driver’s License

· Level 1 First Aid certification

· Valid BC Pesticide applicator certificate, or the ability to obtain within 6 months

· Highly desirable: Completion of 2-year Horticultural Diploma or completion of 4-year BC Trades Qualification in landscape horticulture. (4 years)

Brentwood Employee’s Benefits:

• All Provincial Statutory Holidays plus a paid day off for Boxing Day
• Group Health Plan including drug, paramedical, eyeglasses, etc.
• Pension Plan
• Generous vacation and sick days
• Use of athletic center
• Free hot gourmet meals daily (taxable benefit)
• Opportunities for paid Professional Development

Notes:

· Criminal Record Check clearance is a condition of initial and ongoing employment

· Shortlisted applicants will be provided with the full job description prior to interview

· Review the Position Profile on our website under resources/employment for more details

Please submit your cover letter and résumé by March 12, 2023. We thank all applicants, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care
• VRSP
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mill Bay, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-03-12
Expected start date: 2023-03-20