Summer Labourer
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Job Summary
SUMMER LABOURER
The Burnaby School District is hiring casual summer labourers for April through August 2026.
Duties will include the maintenance of district landscapes - including grass cutting and/or manual labour as well as operating various types of commercial landscaping equipment relevant to the work performed. Labourers may also assist with other groundskeeping duties and/or the transportation of materials equipment supplies furniture and mail throughout the School District.
REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants MUST currently be a secondary or post-secondary student (and returning to full-time post - secondary education in September 2026). Proof of current enrollment/program details must be submitted with your application.
- Proven experience in landscape maintenance and groundskeeping and use of commercial landscaping equipment is preferred
- Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely
- Ability to use power washer blowers and trimmers
- Physical stamina for outdoor work in various weather conditions
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Must be able to work independently with little to no supervision
- Honest and reliable
- Punctual and dependable
- Able to follow safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment
This position pays $29.49/hour and is expected to work 40 hours/week Monday through Friday. Hours of work are 07:00 15:30.
Please submit a cover letter detailed resume and proof of education through the Make a Future website. Alternatively you can apply directly to the District via Please ensure your application is combined into ONE PDF document and your subject line references Summer Labourer.
If you are here on a Study Permit you must attach your permit to your application.
The Burnaby School District values inclusion and embraces diversity as a strength. Our goal is for all individuals to feel a sense of belonging in a safe supportive and welcoming community. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including Indigenous Black people of colour all genders LGBTQ2 and persons with disabilities.
Only those individuals under consideration will be contacted. Successful applicants are required to complete a Criminal Record review.
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