Trades Groundskeeper

The City of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking a Trades Groundskeeper to coordinate and participate in turf and grounds maintenance across City parks, sports fields, boulevards, Cemetery, and other grounds. The role involves operating tractors and a range of tools, supporting irrigation and drainage projects, and guiding staff where needed.

Successful candidates will have a turf-related diploma or trades qualification, plus experience with seeding, irrigation, and field maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school graduation required.
• Two-year Turf Diploma or BC Trades Qualification in landscape horticulture or related diploma/trades.
• Certified Irrigation Technician Levels 1 and 2 (Landscape).
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in turf and grounds maintenance at a trades level.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of automatic watering and drainage systems.
• Analyze and recommend general maintenance for parks grounds (seeding, planting, irrigating, fertilizing).
• Operate vehicles and equipment; use tractors and various hand/power tools.
• Provide direction to staff and maintain records; respond to inquiries as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Turf maintenance

Hand and power tools

Work coordination

Public interaction

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma

Turf diploma or BC trades in landscape horticulture

Certified Irrigation Technician Level 1 & 2

Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

Tools

Tractor operation

Irrigation systems

Drainage equipment

Job description

Job Description

Trades Groundskeeper

Competition Number: 26/131A

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: September 09, 2026

Closing Date: October 08, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Parks, Recreation & Facilities

Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week) – Continuous (Regular, Full-Time)

Salary: $42.13 per hour, Pay Grade 10

Job Code: 641

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 2

POSITION FUNCTION

Coordinate and participate in turf and grounds maintenance at a trades level.

KEY DUTIES

• Participate in the renovation and maintenance of parks, sports fields, boulevards, Cemetery and grounds within the City.


• Assist with the installation and maintenance of automatic watering and drainage systems.


• Analyse and make recommendations regarding the general maintenance of parks grounds such as seeding and planting, irrigating, fertilizing.


• Operate a vehicle to transport equipment and materials; operate a tractor with related attachments for turf maintenance and renovation. Operate various hand tools and power equipment such as shovels, and line trimmer, rototiller, electric shears, riding mowers, chainsaws, ditch-witch and turf-cutters.


• Determine materials and equipment as required; perform equipment maintenance, report repairs required and damage to equipment to supervisor and mechanic shop, maintain fuel and equipment supply for staff at various work sites.


• Provide work direction and instruction to other staff as required, complete daily and seasonal work records and equipment slips, occasionally respond to enquiries from the public, staff and outside agencies regarding general parks information.


• Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

• Work is performed according to seasonal schedule and is reviewed while in progress.


• Issues such as schedule changes are discussed with supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

• Lift and use of heavy material and equipment. (often)


• Operate manual and power tools and equipment. (frequent)

Mental Effort:

• Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

• Normal.

Work Environment:

• Work outside in all weather conditions. (frequent)


• Exposure to equipment noise. (often)


• Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (occasional)


• Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to chemicals and fertilizers. (occasional)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Organize and prioritize work.


• Understand and apply turf and grounds trades skills.


• Use hand tools and power equipment.


• Direct the work of assistants.


• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.


• Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.


• Work safely on job sites.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

• High school Graduation.


• Completion of 2-year Turf Diploma or completion of 4-year BC Trades Qualification in landscape horticulture or an equivalent Diploma or Trades Qualification in a related field. (2 years)


• Certified Irrigation Technician Levels 1 and 2 (Landscape) (24 hours)


• Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

Experience:

• 1 year of related experience at the trades level or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

• May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.