Careers at CMHC: Grounds Maintenance (Granville Island)

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee:

• Accrued vacation.


• Annual individual performance bonus.


• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.


• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role
Join CMHC’s Granville Island team, in the Grounds Maintenance position, to keep the island clean, safe, and well-maintained.

Work hours:

This is a casual position with the possibility of long-term employment. There is variable number of hours worked per week with certain periods of the year with high demand of shifts available. There are no weekly minimum hours of work.

Shift premiums: 
As part of our collective agreement, all employees benefit from a standard shift premium of 5.75% — automatically boosting your annual earnings to $26.32/hour

Additional premium:
Evening & Overnight Shifts (4 pm – 8 am): additional $2.50/hour 
Weekend Shifts (Sat& Sun): $2.25/hour 

These premiums are designed to recognize your flexibility and commitment—translating into meaningful increases to your annual salary. Whether you're optimizing your schedule or simply maximizing your impact, your time is valued.
 

What you’ll do:

Core responsibilities

• Perform exterior cleaning: pressure washing sidewalks, plazas, docks, and windows.


• Seasonal tasks: leaf blowing, vacuuming, snow and ice removal.


• Maintain Park sites and playground equipment.


• Use a work order system to prioritize tasks and interact courteously with the public.


• Operate fleet and utility vehicles: sweepers, scrubbers, scissor lifts, forklifts, boom lifts.


• Conduct minor repairs: carpentry, asphalt patching, paver installation, plumbing, drywall.


• Maintain waste compactor sites, remove graffiti.

Specialized responsibilities upon completing internal training

• Assist senior technicians with HVAC, machinery, and equipment maintenance.


• Support events: set up and take down tents, stages, and barricades.

What you should have:

• A valid driver’s license


• A minimum of 1 year of experience in grounds, property, or building maintenance.


• Familiarity with power and hand tools.


• The ability to work safely in marine and high-traffic environments.


• Experience using grounds maintenance equipment (e.g., power washers, leaf blowers, sweepers).

It would be great if you also had:

• Basic carpentry and paver installation skills.


• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, or mechanical trades.


• Training or coursework in landscaping, grounds care, or building maintenance.


• WHMIS certification.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled. 

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!