Position Profile
About the Position
The Edmonton Convention Centre (ECC) is seeking a dedicated and reliable Part-Time Yardman to join our team and help maintain the pristine appearance of our facilities, while ensuring a safe and inviting environment for all. As a crucial member of the ECC Maintenance team, you will play a key role in the upkeep and aesthetics of our premises exterior, including all entrances and exits, stairs, sidewalks, terraces, lawns, and flowerbeds.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Clearing snow, ice, and debris from entrances, sidewalks, and parking areas.
- Maintaining equipment and performing equipment upkeep tasks.
- Caring for the landscape and garden, including weeding and pruning.
- Collecting litter and maintaining cleanliness in the garbage bay.
- Executing various maintenance duties such as sweeping and drain clearing.
- Complying with health and safety regulations and waste sorting guidelines.
- Documenting site conditions for safety purposes.
- Supporting and promoting sustainability initiatives as part of our brand.
The successful candidate will have:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, but not required
- A Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent.
- 2+ years of yardman/groundskeeper experience.
- The ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand physical labour for extended periods.
- Fall arrest/Working from heights and Skid Steer certifications required or willing to obtain.
- Forklift certification an asset.
- The ability to operate lawn mowers, snow blowers, forklift, etc.
How to Apply
If this role piques your interest, please submit your resume. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. The job posting will remain open until Wednesday, May 8, 2024, but early applications are appreciated.
Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day. We encourage everyone to apply.
About Us
We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.
Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. As two of Edmonton’s largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.