Grounds Maintenance Worker - Full-time

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,000 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 50 school sites with 32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.

Full-Time Grounds Maintenance Worker (386-24/25)

The workload for this position is eight (8) hours per day, being forty (40) hours per week, and may include shift work, twelve (12) months of the year. Pay Grade 9 - Job #0925 - $31.90/Hour

Under the supervision of the Director of Operations or Designate, this position will maintain school sites, operate grounds equipment, and inspect and repair playground infrastructure. This position may be required to start work at various project locations.

Applicants Must Have

• Completed Grade 12.
• Two (2) years' combined experience in landscaping work including:
• Knowledge and experience in the operations of heavy equipment such as: (rubber tire backhoe, large dump trucks, small excavator, skid steer).
• Knowledge and experience in operations of light equipment such as (lawn mowers, tractors, sweepers, small dump trucks).
• Knowledge and experience with the installation and maintenance of fencing and playground equipment.
• Working knowledge of current horticultural activities: tree pruning, grass cutting and Integrated Pest Management techniques.
• Demonstrate current knowledge and experience with B.C. construction and maintenance safety requirements including WCB Regulation relating to the trades industry.
• Equipment Operator Certificate (three-week course) and/or Equipment Operator Certificate (minimum 8 hours) with 100+ hours of equipment operating experience.
• Valid Class 3 B.C. Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Playground Inspection Certificate with current understanding of CSA Playground Standards.
• Pesticide Applicator and Dispenser Certificate.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate.
• Complete all required Health & Safety training.
  
  

Applicants Must Be

• In good physical condition and health to perform the required duties of this position in a safe and efficient manner.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Able to work alone and within a team environment.
• An initiative-taker.
  
  

Applicants Will Be Expected To

• Analyse, interpret and use judgement in the resolution of problems.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit basic computer skills utilizing Microsoft applications such as: Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
  
  

The Following Would Be Considered An Asset

• Education in recognized trade school;
• Current forklift certification;
• First Aid Level 1 or 2 certificate
  
  

The Central Okanagan Public Schools thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.