Student, Grounds & Botanical Gardens

About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

The Opportunity - Student, Grounds & Botanical Gardens

At Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment. Our Summer Student Grounds & Botanical Worker position provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in horticulture, landscaping, and campus maintenance while contributing to a collaborative and innovative environment.

The Summer Student Grounds & Botanical Worker will assist the Grounds/Botanical department by performing a variety of horticultural, landscaping, and grounds maintenance tasks. This role includes operating equipment, supporting campus waste management, and ensuring campus safety and environmental standards are upheld.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical skills, contribute to the community, and gain valuable industry experience.

Key Job Functions

• Perform horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks, including cleaning and maintaining grounds, spring cleanup, and preparing planting beds
• Maintain perennials and assist in planning, growing, monitoring, fertilizing, and assessing the annual bedding crop
• Operate equipment such as trailers, trucks, skid steers, and lawn mowers
• Support waste management by maintaining garbage disposal bins on campus
• Ensure best practices and standards are followed in alignment with established procedures
• Complete assigned tasks and ensure related documentation is processed accurately
• Work collaboratively to maintain a safe and welcoming environment on campus
• The employee is responsible for being aware of health and safety responsibilities and expectations as outlined in college policy, departmental and area procedures
• Perform other related duties as required

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Must possess a minimum of a Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment is an asset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while accepting direction
• Strong customer service skills and a commitment to ethical, respectful behavior
• Willingness to adopt new technologies and practices
• Acts ethically, openly, honestly, and respectfully to build and maintain an environment of trust, safety, and well-being

Working Conditions:

• Physically demanding role requiring manual dexterity and the ability to work in adverse weather conditions

Conditions of Employment:

• Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.
• Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.
• You must provide and wear CSA approved footwear and successfully complete the provided WHMIS certification training
• Successful candidates must be secondary or post-secondary students prior to and/or immediately following their work period
  
  

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the key job functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Open until suitable candidate found.

We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.