Groundskeeper / Holiday Decorator

Who 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.

Working in the Hotel Grounds department, the Hotel Grounds Attendant takes pride in the hotel’s property, ensuring its safety, and with a high attention to detail ensures visitors’ expectations are exceeded.

Starting Rate: $20.18 per hour

We 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 $23.06.

Note: Preference will be given to applicants who can commit to the full duration of the season (July through January).

Job Duties Include:  

• Provide consistently professional, engaging, and friendly service while maintaining clean grounds by sweeping, removing debris, emptying rubbish/recycling bins, and replenishing wood piles.
• Perform physically demanding tasks including shoveling, lifting, pushing, digging, bending, and walking; assist with major outdoor projects and seasonal events as needed.
• Support summer operations through regular watering, lawn and garden maintenance, plant health care, and weed/litter removal across property areas.
• Support winter operations by transporting and setting up decorations (including carrying heavy items and working on tall ladders) and assisting with snow removal.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned to support overall property maintenance and seasonal presentation.

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous landscaping experience required
• Previous experience with Christmas Décor in a hospitality/retail setting is an asset
• Must have Class 5 driver’s license and driver’s abstract in good standing
• Constant standing and walking throughout shift and must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 70+ lbs.
• Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures and conditions (snow, heat, rain).

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access 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 & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

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 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: bsh.careers@fairmont.com