Building and Grounds Technician

Walters Group

The Role

Overview

Maintain lawns, gardens, snow removal, and facility cleanliness for multiple sites

Key Responsibilities

  • lawn trimming
  • seasonal cleanup
  • mulch application
  • weed control
  • pothole repair
  • walkway maintenance

Tasks

-Perform trimming around fences, gates, and other hard-to-reach areas where mowers cannot operate. -Conduct seasonal property cleanups as needed to prepare for weather changes. -Apply salt or ice melt as necessary to ensure safe walking conditions. -Spring: Refresh and re-mulch all garden areas for improved appearance and plant health. -Prune shrubs, bushes, and plants to encourage healthy growth and maintain shape. -Weed gardens and landscaped areas to prevent overgrowth and maintain curb appeal. -Fall: Rake and remove leaves from lawns, gardens, and walkways. -Spring: Sweep parking lots to remove debris and winter residue. -Maintain walkways at multiple facilities, ensuring they are free from litter and hazards. -Monitor yard conditions regularly to ensure safe and functional work areas. -Coordinate the delivery and placement of gravel or other materials required for yard repairs. -Regularly cut, trim, and maintain all lawn areas to ensure a neat and professional appearance. -Identify and repair potholes in yard and access areas as needed. -Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities. -Remove trash, garbage, and debris from areas surrounding shops and operational buildings. -Apply mulch as needed to support soil health and moisture retention.

Requirements

  • landscaping
  • snow removal
  • equipment operation
  • detail-oriented
  • physical stamina
  • 1-3 years

What You Bring

-Knowledge of seasonal landscaping and snow removal techniques. -Clear snow and ice from all sidewalks, facility entrances, and plant overhead doors during winter months. -Physical ability to perform outdoor manual labor in various weather conditions. -Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining clean, safe grounds. -Basic communication skills for coordinating with Plant Managers and suppliers. -RRSP Matching. -1-3 years of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or facility maintenance preferred. -Ability to operate lawn mowers, trimmers, snow blowers, and other maintenance equipment.

Benefits

-Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education) -Employee Family Scholarship Program. -Employee Assistance Program. -Profit Sharing. -Negotiable wage based on experience. -Flexible extended health and dental care packages. -Paid sick and Bereavement leaves.

The Company

About Walters Group

-Family-owned, vertically integrated from engineering to erection. -Known for architecturally exposed structural steel and high-end metalwork. -Typical projects include commercial towers, industrial plants, bridges, and complex façades. -Serves markets across North America, excelling in large and intricate structures. -Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a Great Place to Work®. -Part of a group offering end-to-end structural steel solutions under one umbrella.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial