Grounds Maintenance Worker

CLV Group is a leading Canadian real estate firm specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality multi-family rental communities. We deliver strong, consistent returns through innovative management, a customer-first approach, and over 50 years of operational excellence.

We are currently seeking an Entry-Level Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our Operations team at our 100 Main Street community in the heart of Downtown Hamilton. We are looking for a dependable, hands-on professional who takes pride in maintaining high standards, values exceptional customer service, and is passionate about creating a safe and welcoming living environment for our residents.

In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring the property remains well-maintained, operationally efficient, and visually appealing. Your primary focus will be the upkeep of the exterior grounds, parking garage, and waste management systems, helping to preserve the overall quality of the community while supporting a positive resident experience every day.

Responsibilities

In addition to the duties typically expected of a grounds maintenance professional, responsibilities will include: 

• Regularly empty trash and recycling bins throughout the property.
• Pressure wash and clean garbage chutes, waste bins, dumpsters, and building exterior surfaces as required.  
• Perform snow & ice removal during the winter months, including the safe operation of a snow blower.  
• Ensure the proper disposal of garbage and debris from the properties. 
• Oversee the organization and cleanliness of the garage and storage areas.
• Assist other Property Maintenance Technicians with repairs to rental properties as needed, during occupancy and during the transition of residents from units (turnovers).
• Complete work orders from residents, which can include a combination of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repair work.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of all health, safety and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience performing general labour or maintenance tasks.
• Must have own vehicle with a clean drivers abstract
• General understanding of residential building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and heating systems are considered a strong asset.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions is required.
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.

Additional Information 

• Available and able to work on the rotational emergency on call schedule.
• Evening and weekend hours required from time-to-time. 
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Must be proficient using a computer and MS-Office.

Compensation

The expected hourly rate for this position is $20.00 to $23.00 per hour. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate's skills, experience, and other job-related qualifications. We recognize that individuals bring diverse skill sets, strengths, and career experiences, and we encourage candidates at all stages of their careers to apply.

In addition to competitive compensation, all employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents. CLV covers 100% of employee and dependent benefit premiums.

At CLV, we recognize the importance of taking time away from work to rest and recharge. That's why all employees receive three weeks of paid vacation annually, beginning to accrue on their first day of employment.

Why CLV Group?

• Real estate meets purpose: At CLV, we believe real estate should be a force for good, creating lasting value for the communities we operate in.
• Impact-driven development: From office-to-residential conversions to retrofits to mixed-use projects, we prioritize sustainability, long-term value, and positive impact across our platform. Explore our projects at https://www.clvgroup.com/our-portfolio/
• A legacy rooted in care: The goal of building better communities is part of our company DNA. We operate our business through a lens of social responsibility to ensure we consistently give back in impactful, meaningful ways across our entire portfolio.
• People-driven careers: CLV offers top-tier talent the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow their careers, and be part of something truly transformative.

We Want to Hear from You

We are committed to diversity in our workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are excited to work with talented people, period.

All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or civil status, political affiliation, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

We strive to make our website and application process accessible to all users. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please send an email to hr@clvgroup.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. This email is for accessibility requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Our team handles a lot of sensitive information, which means we require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired. Only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We appreciate your interest in exploring an opportunity with CLV Group!