Landscaping & Maintenance Technician - FT Permanent - Jobs in Belleville, ON

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Company DescriptionLooking for a change, an opportunity to show your exceptional skills, a chance to help lead and build a team Grow your career with a company that shares your passion!Contributing to The Well-Being and Quality of Our ConsumersThe well-being of our consumers is at the heart of Sodexos approach, customer engagement is integral in the services provided by Sodexo employees in various locations across Canada. We work closely with our consumers and clients to create an interactive and personalized environment for the well-being of everyone we serve.Sodexo is proud to announce these nominations: 2021 Canada’s Best Diversity Employer; 2021 Canada’s Greenest Employers; 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index featured company; 2020 Parity Certification - Platinum level and Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) Program company – Gold Level.What We Can Offer YouSodexo offers you a flexible and dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, access to ongoing training and development programs, and countless opportunities to grow within the company.Job DescriptionSodexo is growing! We are looking for a Landscaping & Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. This position is a full-time role. You will be offered is a great team environment, work/life balance and the ability to ensure customer satisfaction.QualificationsLandscaping Responsibilities:Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. Work typically consists of a variety of tasks examples include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation, and installation, sweeping of parking lots and sidewalks. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

• Mows lawns and trims grass around walks, flower beds and walls.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.
• Removes damaged leaves, branches, and twigs using mowers, tractors and other hand and power tools.
• Lays out and tends flower beds or other decorative vegetation.
• Maintains and sharpens tools and makes minor repairs on equipment, as needed.
• Plants, fertilizes, waters and uses herbicides and insecticides to maintain grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
• Picks up litter, rakes, bags leaves.
• Cleans drainage ditches and culverts.
• Repairs fences, gates, walls, irrigation system, walks and outbuildings using carpentry, masonry and painting tools.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and grounds equipment.
• May operate trucks and assorted power equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
• Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
• Applies all applicable provincial and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
• Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Maintenance ResponsibilitiesFix and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. This individual will paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air conditioning and heating systems. In the event of an emergency he/she may be called to support necessary tasks in association with that emergency. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

• Performs light maintenance service under the auspices of a qualified skilled tradesperson, including plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering, machine servicing, electrical repairs or installations, or vehicle servicing.
• Performs tasks such as but not limited to changing light bulbs, installing paper dispenser units, changing filters, changing locks on doors, minor decorative maintenance and other tasks not requiring a licensed skilled trades person or journeyman.
• Cleans and lubricates parts.
• Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight.
• May perform snow removal and other grounds keeping activities.
• May be required to assist with special events.
• May drive a cart or other vehicle.
• Assists skilled trade workers in one or more areas performing specific or standard duties to learn new skills as required for advancement and certification.
• May be required to utilize basic cleaning and other chemicals.
• Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
• Applies all applicable provincial and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
• Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience/Knowledge:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
• 1 or more years of related experience preferred.

Skills/Aptitude:

• Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
• Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
• Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
• Ability to read and understand relevant written materials and schematic drawings.
• Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in all provincial and local requirements related to all assigned work.

License/Qualifications Certifications:

• Holds appropriate license/certification for the specific work to be done in the city and province in which the work will be done.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.

General Qualifications:

• Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
• Maturity of judgment and behaviour.
• Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
• Must comply with any dress code requirements.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule helpful.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
• Complies with all Sodexo time and attendance policies and/or client operating hours.

Physical Requirements:

• Close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
• Significant walking or other means of mobility.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
• Ability to work in tight and/or elevated locations (lifts, rooftops, ladders)
• May be required to climb ladders of up to 36 feet
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 15.88 kilograms / 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 18.14 kilograms / 40 pounds.
• May use mechanical aids to lift more than 18.14 kilograms / 40 pounds.
• Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location): Will work in both indoor and outside environments, in varying weather conditions.
• Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Wears protective clothing and/or equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations.

Whats NextIf youre looking for a role where you can truly impact the lives of others, click "Im interested" for a quick 5-minute online application.Additional InformationSodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other federal, provincial, or local protected class.We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates who participate in all aspects of the selection process.Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted.Follow us on social media to see first-hand what we are all about!Instagram: @SodexoCanadaCareersTwitter: @SodexoJobsCALinkedIn: Sodexo Canada CareersFacebook: Sodexo CA JobsQuick Apply

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