Jasper, AB

Full–time
Grounds Labourer – Spring 2020 Job at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper, AB

Job Description

Primary Location

: Canada-Jasper-The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Employee Status

: Regular

Grounds Labourer – Spring 2020

In addition to engaging service and authentically local experiences, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge offers our guests places of unrivalled presence . Showcase your attention to detail and horticultural flair as Grounds Labourer – and maintain hotel grounds that provide a beautiful backdrop to every exceptional guest stay.

Hotel Overview: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is surrounded by the snow capped mountains and enchanting lakes of Jasper National Park; a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site which includes the #1 Best Golf Resort in Canada by the readers of SCOREGolf Magazine, a newly redesigned Fairmont spa, 6 food and beverage outlets, and many outdoor activities which are right outside your door. No matter what time of year you visit Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge you can expect to be a part of “The True Rocky Mountain Experience”.

Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Grounds Superintendent, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service

Follow departmental policies, procedures and service standards

Maintain flower beds, landscape plantings both indoor & outdoor

Mow, trim, water all turf areas of resort

Prepare landscape areas for repair or construction

Clean the property – litter, animal waste, recycling, hazard trees and yard debris

Plant, fertilize and pesticide usage on a periodic basis

Assist irrigation technician when necessary

Operate power tools and equipment while using proper personal protective equipment

Hand shovel & sweep steps, paths & walkways throughout the Resort

Assist the florist, with preparation and delivery of flowers

Clean building exteriors and special capital improvement projects

Decorate Hotel for holiday events such as Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years

Maintain skating rinks and curling sheet during the winter

Adhere to the hotel’s vehicle handling and safety policies while driving hotel and guest vehicles

Follow all safety and sanitation policies

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Previous experience in Landscape/Gardening an asset

Valid Alberta Driver’s License required

Machine operating experience an asset: snowplow, grader & blade, bobcat, john deere tractors 5200, 670, 855 & 3320

CPR and First Aid Certificates an asset

Ability to work outdoors in various elements such as rain, heat & snow required

Excellent physical condition required

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

Highly responsible & reliable

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team with minimum supervision

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

Sitting: 0-4 hr/day

Walking: 6-8 hr/day

Standing: 6-8 hr/day

Bending/reaching: 4-8 hr/day

Pushing/pushing: 4-8 hr/day

Physical effort: required to lift up to 55 lbs

Environmental stress: high – inside/outside

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you’re launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit https://www.fairmontcareers.com/ to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!

ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS

At Fairmont Hotels & Resort we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That’s why you’ll find exceptional work opportunities – throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific – as well as industry – leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability and Excellence; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award – winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!

Job Level

: Colleague

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: No

Closing Date

: Ongoing

About Company

Company: The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Company Location: Jasper, AB