Position Information
Job Title
Lead Groundskeeper
Appointment Type
Full-time Continuing
Position Dates
Full-time Continuing
Hours per week/FTE
40
About the Position
The incumbent is responsible for scheduling, coordinating, overseeing and participation in the operation of grounds maintenance, including identifying the maintenance needs of vehicles and grounds equipment, overseeing the Mechanic and all seasonal staff within this unit. The individual will report to the Building Maintenance Supervisor.
Position Details
Job duties to include:
- The Lead Grounds Keeper will evaluate the state of our grounds throughout the calendar year. Identifying areas of needed attention, potential hazards, life safety issues, damage, etc.
- Snow removal; operation and coordination of snow removal participants & equipment. Ensuring a high standard of snow removal during the winter months. Clearing all entries, sidewalks, roadways (plowed & sanded), and parking lots (plowed & sanded).
- Maintaining grounds equipment; tracking, maintaining & troubleshooting issues related to all grounds equipment.
- Irrigation system responsibilities; maintenance checks to the irrigation system, ability to troubleshoot and fix issues.
- Coordinating the seasonal (summer) grounds workers.
- General maintenance activities in support of building maintenance needs.
- Recommending the procurement of any equipment or consumables required to complete these tasks.
- Ensuring work orders are completed.
- Seasonal On-Call requirement.
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of groundskeeping or related experience
- Unrestricted class 5 drivers’ license
Preferred Qualifications
- Journeyman Certificate in Landscape Horticulture or Plumbing
- Pesticide Applicator Certificate or License
Salary
AUPE Class Level 11 Step 1 $63,234.32 per annum.
Working Here
Culture of Care
A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.
Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic
Lethbridge Polytechnic is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning.
We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community.
Lethbridge advantages
Lethbridge offers a relatively low cost of living, with mild winters and sun-filled summers. Outdoor adventures await you in the city’s vast park systems and river valley, and we’re located just an hour and 20 minutes from the mountains. Enjoy the advantages of small-city life while accessing the amenities of a larger city, including arts and culture, sport and recreational facilities, and year-round family-friendly events.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive benefits program, including flexible health and wellness spending accounts
- Employee and family assistance program
- Generous vacation time, including extended break at Christmas
- Free tuition for continuing employees taking LP courses and 50% discount for spouse and dependents
- Free gym membership
- On-campus clinic
- Professional development opportunities
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P25-00640
Open Date
06/24/2025
Close Date
07/13/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
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