Groundskeeper/ Raft Jockey
Application Deadline: | Friday, May 17th, 2024 |
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Location: | Wembley, AB |
Department: | Philip J Curie Dinosaur Museum |
Position Type: | Employment |
Term: | Full-Time |
Seasonal: | Yes |
Posted on: | March 8th, 2024 |
Last updated: | March 11th, 2024 |
Description:
We are looking for an energetic Groundskeeper and Raft Jockey to keep our museum’s
grounds functionally and aesthetically sound for the summer, and to assist with
logistics in our ‘Secrets of the Wapiti’ float tour. The groundskeeper (a 2-month
summer position) will maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, stair paths, retaining
walls and turf. The groundskeeper may employ insecticides, chemical sprays,
fertilizers and mulches to optimize condition of greenery. You will keep grounds free
from trash, litter, debris, weeds, plant diseases and harmful insects. You will
maintain equipment and supplies. You will also help to move and transport rafts and
visitors for our ‘Secrets of the Wapiti’ float tour.
To be successful in this role you need to ensure grounds are pleasant—both visually
and operatively—at all times, while maintaining equipment. Top candidates are hardworking, meticulous and patient.
Responsibilities:
• Maintaining site landscaping.
• Maintaining lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, turf, and irrigation.
• Fertilizing lawn, trees, flowers and shrubs, and spreading mulch.
• Trimming trees, hedges, and shrubs, and preventing and eliminating weeds.
• Operating and maintaining hand tools, such as loppers, saws and shovels
efficiently.
• Utilizing insecticides, fertilizers, and chemical sprays to treat diseases.
• Keeping grounds free from trash, litter, and debris, and emptying trash
receptacles.
• Moving rafts on a trailer as needed for the ‘Secrets of the Wapiti’ float tour
• Transporting visitors for the ‘Secrets of the Wapiti’ float tour to and from the
start and end points.
Requirements:
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• 1+ years of groundskeeping or related experience an asset
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficient in using manual and power tools safely.
• Free from allergies that interfere with Groundskeeper duties.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Physically agile and dexterous.
To be eligible, youth must:
• Be between 16 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee
protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection
Act for the duration of the employment.
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally
entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial
legislation and regulations.
Period of Employment
The Groundskeeper/Raft Jockey position’s period of employment will be June 24th,
2024 to August 30th, 2024. (Some negotiation around start/end dates can be
considered).
To Apply
We are an equal opportunity employer, and any eligible person is welcome to apply
for this position. If interested, please e-mail your cover letter and resume to the
following address:
Attention: Rachelle Pinard-Kulovits
E-mail: HR@dinomuseum.ca
The application deadline is Friday, May 17 at 11:59 pm MDT. Please note only
successful candidates will be contacted and scheduled for an interview a week after
the application deadline. Virtual interviews are possible.
About the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum
The PJCDM is located 2 km outside the Town of Wembley and approximately 33 km
from the City of Grande Prairie. While the successful candidate is responsible for
finding their own accommodation in the Grande Prairie area, the museum can suggest
some potential options. The successful candidate must be present, in-person, at the
museum during work hours. They must be willing to work some evenings and
weekends to accommodate volunteers and special events