Groundsperson III

School District 72 (Campbell River); Campbell River; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district is looking for a Groundsperson III to perform grounds maintenance, operate commercial equipment, and support landscaping efforts. Candidates should have relevant experience and a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License. The role requires physical capability, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols. This position offers a chance to work in a community-oriented environment surrounded by natural beauty.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Life insurance and pension program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent experience in the operation of commercial grounds equipment (approximately 500 hrs).
• Complete working knowledge of equipment and tools associated with groundskeeping.
• Ability to operate all equipment in a safe manner, and to use personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carries out all aspects of grounds maintenance work.
• Assists in landscaping, maintenance, and construction of lawns and playing fields.
• Collects and removes waste and recycling from all areas.

Skills

Operational knowledge of grounds equipment

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Physical capability for heavy lifting

Education

Valid B.C. Driver's License: Class 5 minimum

Tools

Ride-on mowers

Weed eaters

Job description

Overview

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

School District 72 is looking for a Groundsperson III to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students. The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About The Role

• Carries out all aspects of grounds maintenance work using commercial grounds equipment under 2500 kg GVW such as ride-on mowers, push mowers, weed eaters.
• Uses hand and power tools/equipment and materials associated with performing assigned duties and cleans and stores tools and equipment as required.
• Assists in the work related to landscaping, maintenance, construction, and development of lawns, playing fields and recreational facilities.
• Clean up of grounds and road repair work, assisting in laying tile for drainage systems.
• Maintains a satisfactory relationship with school administration, parents, staff, and students.
• Develops a close liaison with other staff so that a team approach is developed in the operation of schools and the maintenance of grounds.
• Works from oral and/or written instruction and to established procedures.
• Assists skilled workers such as trades staff and completes general unskilled tasks.
• Ability to recognize, report and respond to building maintenance issues.
• Collects and removes waste and recycling from all areas.
• May assist with site clean-up.
• Loads and unloads vehicles; moves furniture and equipment.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Bring your Expertise

• Recent experience in the operation of commercial grounds equipment (approximately 500 hrs).
• Have a working knowledge of equipment and tools associated with groundskeeping and cartage work.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Have a complete working knowledge of equipment and tools associated with groundskeeping.
• Be physically capable and prepared to perform all facets of grounds-keeping including working at heights from ladders and scaffolds, heavy lifting, moving of furniture and cartage, operating and maintaining equipment related to grounds-keeping, including all types of mowing equipment and machinery.
• Ability to operate all equipment in a safe manner, and to use personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work at heights including a ladder or scaffold.
• Ability to organize individual work.
• Possess a valid B.C. Driver's License: Class 5 minimum.

Contribute to Our Success

The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community

Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.

Experience The Benefits Of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity

We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics and life experiences. School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.

How to Apply

Please submit applications through the We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).

In accordance with Article 16.01 (a), the applicant with the greatest seniority and having the required qualifications, skills and ability to perform the job applied for shall be awarded the position. The district reserves the right to employ methods of assessment to assess qualifications, skills and ability may include, but not limited to, hours of experience, proof of certification, testing, interviewing, probationary periods and so on.