Company DescriptionWho We Are:Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.Job DescriptionJoin our team at the Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course as a Greenskeeper and play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and quality of our world-renowned golf course. As a Greenskeeper, you will work in a stunning natural setting, ensuring that the course remains in pristine condition, providing an exceptional golfing experience for our guests.Starting Rate: $19.91 per hourWe recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $21.99.Preference will be given to candidates who are able to stay the entire season of July to October.Job Duties Include:Reporting to the Golf Course Superintendents, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly serviceCutting grasses with a wide variety of self propelled and push type machinesSmoothing bunker sand with hand rakes and machinesSetting the golf course for playLabor intensive work in the form of digging, lifting, pushing, walking fast, and assorted tasksQualificationsYour Skills & Qualifications: Previous Turf Care, Gardening or Landscaping experience is an assetValid Class 5 driver’s license and a 5 year drivers abstract dated within 30 daysPerform tasks under minimal supervisionKnowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in grounds and landscape maintenance workUnderstanding of the rules of golfAbility to work in a team and independentlyPhysical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): Constant standing and walking throughout shiftLifting & Carrying up to 70 lbs.Pushing & Pulling up to 50 lbs.Bending & KneelingRepetitive tasks and movementsWorking early mornings, as early as 5amWorking in a variety of temperatures and conditions (snow, heat, rain)Additional InformationJob Perks & Benefits:Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employeesOne complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employeesDefined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employeesEmployee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wideAccess to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & WhistlerDiscounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf CoursesVisa 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 just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: [email protected]
