Position title: Landscape Maintenance Student

Who we are:

Join us at Ottawa Community Housing, where we are more than a home to about 33,000 tenants across approximately 15,000 homes. As Ottawa's largest social and affordable housing provider, ranking second largest in Ontario and fourth largest in Canada, we're committed to enhancing tenant well-being through partnerships with local service providers and support agencies.

At OCH, diversity and equal opportunities are at the core of our workplace culture. We strive to mirror the vibrant communities of our city and have been honoured as the National Capital Region's Top Employer every year since 2018.   

WE ARE PROUD BECAUSE EVERY DAY WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Together, we're transforming tenants' lives by “providing more than a home, because we care”.   

What we offer:

Joining OCH means making a meaningful difference every day. We provide opportunities to positively impact your community in multiple ways. Recognizing that our employees are the cornerstone of our organization, we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, flexible work options, professional development opportunities, health and wellness programs, and more.

What we seek:

OCHC is currently seeking a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Student, work as part of a team that is responsible for general exterior maintenance. Under the guidance of the Property Manager, the Landscape Maintenance Student will keep property sites clean of debris and assist with plant maintenance.

Landscape Maintenance Student with OCHC:

Providing excellent service on the front line so our tenants can feel a sense of pride and ownership living in our communities is a main priority at our organization. As the Landscape Maintenance Student, you will play a key role in ensuring our communities are clean and safe.

As a Landscape Maintenance Student, some of the things you will do include:

·        Clean and remove debris from Ottawa Community Housing sites.

·        Operate mechanical landscape equipment.

·        Weed and maintain shrub and flower beds. 

·        Cut and trim grass areas and prune shrubs. 

·        Plant flowers, shrubs prepare and seed grass areas. 

·        Other related tasks may be assigned as required. 

As a Landscape Maintenance Student, you can look forward to:

·        Opportunities for growth and career development

·        Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team

·        Positive and rewarding interactions with staff and tenants

·        Working outdoors, staying active, and making a positive impact in our communities

What you bring:

Other requirements:

·        Eligible to work in Canada.

·        Must be between 15-30 years of age.

Work conditions:

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) on-site position.

Other details about the role:

Hourly rate: $17.55 - $18.65

OCH is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please notify Human Resources and we will work with you to jointly address your needs.

Apply now!