Grounds Maintenance Technician
Grounds Maintenance Technician
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Overall Purpose: Power To Be is a nonprofit organization that creates access to nature for youth families and adults living with cognitive physical financial and social barriers. Our Prospect Lake site includes nearly 80 acres of rural and developed land featuring a purposebuilt lakefront facility designed with intention and grounded in our values of inclusion environmental stewardship and community. Working at Power To Be offers the opportunity to create a meaningful impact and contribute to lasting social change.
The Grounds Maintenance Technician plays an essential role in maintaining the safety usability and ecological health of the Prospect Lake site. This fulltime term role (May through September) supports the Facilities and Assets team by managing land care duties and outdoor infrastructure. The Technician ensures the site remains safe accessible and inviting for employees volunteers community partners and program participants laying the foundation for powerful outdoor experiences aligned with our mission.
All applicants who need an accommodation during the interview process are invited to email the People & Culture Coordinator Tamara Monod at .
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Grounds Maintenance
- Operate and maintain landscape equipment including mowers tractors trimmers and power tools.
- Maintain site pathways roadways and outdoor program areas.
- Identify and remove natural hazards to uphold safety standards.
- Support grassland management and general landscaping duties.
- Remove invasive species and support ecological land care initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with the Facilities and Assets Lead to host and facilitate volunteer work groups.
Operations
- Support sitewide maintenance in coordination with the Operations team.
- Assist the Facilities & Assets Lead with general facility upkeep.
- Maintain records such as land maintenance logs and incident reports.
- Facilitate purchasing and materials sourcing as directed.
- Adhere to fiscal controls and maintain expenses within approved budgets.
- Champion and follow Power To Bes Participant Protection Policies and risk management practices.
- Assist with onboarding and training staff on facilityrelated systems and tools.
- Provide coverage for colleagues during absences as required.
- Participate in at least one Power To Be program per quarter.
- Event Support
- Provide general onsite support during community or fundraising events.
- Act as a site host ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for guests.
- Uphold brand standards when interacting with stakeholders.
Performs other related duties as required.
Working Conditions
This position involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and includes occasional evenings and weekend responsibilities. The role requires physical fitness and the ability to perform tasks such as:
- Standing sitting or walking for extended periods
- Reaching overhead and below the knees bending twisting and pulling
- Moving through confined elevated or uneven terrain
- Climbing ladders and working on sloped or slippery surfaces
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. with assistance
In consideration of our mission it is preferred that all our staff value an active lifestyle and understand the connection between nature and wellbeing. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values equity diversity inclusion and belonging. We actively encourage applications from equitydeserving groups and strive to reflect the communities we serve.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Time Management & Reliability: Demonstrated ability to plan prioritize and complete tasks efficiently in a fastpaced seasonal environment.
- Independent Work Ethic: Able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability to team goals and standards.
- Collaborative Mindset: Comfortable working as part of a crossfunctional team engaging respectfully with colleagues volunteers and community members.
- Attention to Safety & Detail: Strong awareness of safety practices when using tools and equipment and attention to detail in outdoor maintenance and hazard identification.
- Adaptability & Resilience: Willingness to work in changing weather and environmental conditions and adapt to shifting priorities or unexpected tasks.
- Communication Skills: Able to communicate clearly ask questions when needed and provide updates on work progress and challenges.
- Environmental Stewardship: Respect for nature and understanding of ecological practices including land care invasive species removal and sustainable maintenance approaches.
- ProblemSolving & Resourcefulness: Ability to identify issues and resolve them effectively using practical handson approaches and sound judgment.
- Service Orientation: Committed to creating a welcoming inclusive and respectful environment for all site users including program participants and visitors.
- Commitment to Inclusion & Values: Alignment with Power To Bes values of accessibility community care and environmental responsibility with a desire to contribute positively to an inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) as required by the Ministry of Justice
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance
- Access to reliable transportation to and from the Prospect Lake work site
- Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License with a clean drivers abstract
- Ability to ensure site meets Occupational Health & Safety and BC Camping Certification standards
- Proof of full vaccination against COVID19
Assets
- Comprehensive knowledge of horticulture or land care practices
- Experience maintaining irrigation systems (e.g. Rain Bird)
- Relevant certifications in:
- Chainsaw operation
- Dangerous Tree Assessment
- Landscaping or Building Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Possession of a Class 4 BC Drivers License
- WHMIS certification
- Experience in the nonprofit or outdoor recreation sectors
Terms of Employment
Location: 4633 Prospect Lake Road (OnSite)
Position: Grounds Maintenance Technician
Reports to: Facilities and Assets Lead
Hours: 40 hours per week
Term: Term position 20 weeks (MaySept)
Compensation: $27.17 / hour (plus 4 in lieu of Vacation)
Review of applications will beginimmediatelyand interested candidates are encouraged to promptly submit their full application shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Temp
