Job Summary

O’Shanter Development is seeking a reliable Groundskeeper to help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming properties, primarily at the Brentwood Towers complex. Reporting to the Property Manager and Director of Property Management, the Groundskeeper will care for landscaped areas and water features, keep grounds and common areas clean, assist with snow and ice removal, and perform routine maintenance tasks. The role also includes monitoring visitor parking, reporting hazards or property damage, and occasionally supporting other O’Shanter properties.

The ideal candidate works well independently, follows instructions, and is comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Familiarity with basic landscaping tools and equipment, or a willingness to learn, is essential, along with the ability to perform the physical duties of the role, with accommodation where required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Keep the grounds, landscaped areas, water features, flower beds, above-ground parking lot, stairwells, ramps, underground garage, decks, and other common areas free of trash, leaves, twigs, branches, dog waste, and other debris.
2. Monitor irrigation and the condition of grass, flowers, perennials, shrubs, and trees. Plant or replace vegetation as directed, recommend needed work to Management, and trim plants, bushes, and trees as needed, with assistance from contractors or other staff where appropriate. Assist with spring start-up and fall blowout of the lawn sprinkler system.
3. Clear drains to help prevent flooding during rain or snow and ice melt.
4. Shovel snow and apply salt or ice melter to walkways as needed.
5. Take the lead in maintaining water features, including spring start-up, fall closure,



and periodic cleaning to remove debris and prevent algae buildup.
6. Empty waste receptacles when full and replace liners.
7. Clean the bin and dumpster holding areas. Assist with cleaning waste bins and the recycling and compactor rooms.
8. Drive the tractor used for waste bins when requested to cover a vacation or temporary staff assignment.
9. Assist with cleaning suites and common areas of buildings and houses as needed or requested.
10. Photograph each vehicle parked in indoor and outdoor visitor parking, record and tally the vehicles in a parking log, and submit the log to the Property Manager as required.
11. Monitor and report damage to company property, including signs and light posts.
12. Perform assigned maintenance tasks, such as changing filters and common-area light bulbs and bleeding radiators.
13. As directed by the Property Manager, assist at O’Shanter properties outside the Brentwood Towers complex from time to time. Duties may include helping with the explicit-out of units after the company has lawfully regained possession and assisting with pool maintenance.
14. Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Property Manager.

Qualifications Ability to perform routine grounds maintenance, cleaning, and seasonal tasks safely.

Familiarity with basic landscaping tools and equipment, or willingness to learn.

Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and report hazards or needed repairs.

Reliability and ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Ability to perform the essential physical duties of the role, with accommodation where required.

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Groundskeeper (Toronto)
🏢 Oshanter development
📍 Toronto