We are currently looking to hire seasonal grounds worker to finish off the season as soon as possible. The work setting is a cemetery. Hours are Mon-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (guaranteed 40 hours per week) until the end of October; There is a part time winter position available. Valid Driver’s license is required for this position. We offer competitive rates. I look forward to hearing from you!


-If new hire is reliable there is an opportunity available for winter 2017/18.

Title: Grounds maintenance worker ( Seasonal Aug-Oct term, Days 8am-430pm - Monday - Friday )

Terms of Employment:
Seasonal, Full Time, Weekend, Day

Hourly rate:
$12.50 Hourly, 40.00 Hours per week (50 cent raise every 500 hours)

Anticipated Start Date:
ASAP

Location: Lake Loon, Nova Scotia (1 vacancy )

Skill Requirements:

Education:
Not applicable

Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.):
Not applicable

Experience:
Will train

Languages:
English

Work Setting:
Cemetery, Landscape maintenance

Type of Machinery or Equipment:
Tractor mower, Sod cutter, Weed trimmer/edger, Backhoe, Tractor, Front-end loader, Small engine equipment

Specific Skills:
Assist with landscape constructions, Weed, prune and trim trees and plants, Cut grass, Rake/ collect refuse, Remove litter and garbage, Cart and spread topsoil and other materials, Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees, Water lawns/gardens, Repair and maintain equipment

Own Tools/Equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Standing for extended periods, Walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Site Environment:
Outdoors, Wet/damp, Noisy, Dusty, Hot
Transportation/Travel Information:
Own transportation, Valid driver's license, Public transportation is available

Work Location Information:
Remote location

Essential Skills:
Communication, Working with others, Decision making

Employer:
Dartmouth Memorial Gardens

How to Apply:
In Person between 8:00 and 16:30 :
59 Montague Road
Lake Loon, Nova Scotia
B2W 3P4

By Phone: 902-435-1888