Operations supervisor Jobs in Antigonish, NS

Position Title : Casual Grounds Crew - Shoveler and Salting

Department : Facilities Management

Position Type : Casual

Classification : UNIFOR IA1

Salary Range : $19.89

Posting Date : November 6 2024

Overview

StFX Universityis seeking dependable hard-working applicantsfor casual grounds crew within the University to assist with winter conditions maintenance including snow and ice removal across campus.

Salary is in accordance with the UNIFOR collective agreement. IA1 rate is $19.31 / hour.

Variable as needed working hours (days evenings / nights weekends). Applications from students are welcomed and encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• The need is weather dependent and therefore an on-call expectation. Hours of work would not be routine.
• This position is physically demanding. Extensive kneeling bending standing lifting and squatting required.
• Must be physically fit; work is outdoors and often during inclement weather.
• Clearing walkways building entrances stairways and emergency exitsto maintain safe access.
• Snow removalby shovel and / or snow blower.
• Ice removal including spreading salt the use of chipping tools and other manual methods.
• Assisting with refilling salt bins moving materials etc.
• Reporting unsafe conditions or equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Other duties as assignedrelated to grounds maintenance during winter conditions.
• Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment CSA winter safety boots (STFX can provide loaners if necessary) and to dress appropriately for winter conditions.

Qualifications

To apply for this opportunity click the Apply Now button and upload your cover letter resume and references.

StFX is located in Mikmaki the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including Indigenous persons (especially Mikmaq) racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians) persons with disabilities those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQIA and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact People and Culture at or .

Key Skills

Crisis Management,Groundskeeping,Lawn Care,Management Experience,Facilities Management,Landscape Maintenance,Horticulture,Irrigation,Maintenance,Operations Management,Gardening,Supervising Experience

Employment Type : Gig

Department / Functional Area : Facilities Management

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1