Student Groundskeeper Long-Term Care

The Corporation of the County of Lambton; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government agency in Sarnia, Canada is looking for a Summer Student to assist in maintenance duties including tending to gardens and general upkeep of the properties. This role does not require prior experience but seeks individuals currently enrolled in a relevant educational program. As part of the job, you will perform light maintenance, communicate with residents and staff, and use outdoor equipment. Ideal candidates are between 15-30 years old and are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Trades, Horticultural, or Parks & Recreation program.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge and experience using hand tools and outdoor equipment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with light maintenance duties around the grounds.
• Maintain outdoor planting materials like flowers and shrubs.
• Communicate effectively with residents and staff.

Skills

General building maintenance knowledge

Knowledge of outdoor equipment

Horticultural skills

Education

Enrolment in a related program at a recognized University or College

Job description

Division: Long-Term Care

Job Status: Summer Student

Number of Positions: 1

Hours of Work: 20 hours per week

Wage: $18.60 per hour

Posting Date: Monday, January 19, 2026

Closing Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026

Company Biography

The County of Lambton is an urban-rural area in southwestern Ontario that is home to over 126,000 residents. The Corporation's seven divisions operate programs and services for the residents of Lambton County such as land ambulance, provincial offences court, three Long-Term Care Homes, 25 library branches, two museums, an art gallery, archives, local roadways, public health services, housing services, social services, building services and planning and development services. Lambton County is a community dedicated to economic growth, environmental stewardship and an enhanced quality of life through the provision of responsive and efficient services and collaborative efforts with its municipal and community partners.

Position Summary

This position will assist with light maintenance duties including but not limited to, hanging pictures, painting, putting away stock and conducting daily maintenance audits. In addition, this position will maintain the therapeutic gardens (planting and weeding of flower beds) and general outside maintenance of grounds and building.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the maintenance team with regular maintenance of grounds and interior/exterior of the building, including gardens, parking lots, sidewalks, painting, and minor maintenance duties.
• Assist with maintaining outdoor planting materials: i.e. annuals, perennials, trimming, etc.
• Communicate harmoniously with residents, staff, and the general public.
• Assist with the use of outdoor equipment (both hand tools and motorized equipment).

General

• Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed.
• Incumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis.

These describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision Requirements

Direct Supervision: Not applicable

Indirect Supervision: Not applicable

Functional Authority: Not applicable

Credentials Required

Minimum Formal Education

• Enrolment in a related Trades, Horticultural or Parks & Recreation program at a recognized University or College.

Experience

• No experience necessary.
• General building maintenance and grounds maintenance knowledge is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of outdoor equipment (both hand tools and motorized equipment) is considered an asset.

Summer Student Requirements

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age
• Registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year and returning to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year
• Canadian citizens, permanent residents or have refugee protection status under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Will not have another full-time job