Summer Grounds Worker (July 2, 2026 to August 28, 2026)

Start Date: July 2, 2026

End Date: August 28, 2026

Reports to: Director of Facilities and Campus Improvement

Status: Full-time, temporary

Days and Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7:30AM to 3:30PM 

Position Summary

The Summer Grounds Worker supports the maintenance and care of the school’s outdoor spaces under the direction of the Director of Facilities & Campus Improvement and Groundskeeper. This is an entry-level, hands-on role suited for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work and is interested in learning basic landscaping and grounds maintenance practices or has experience working as a landscaper.

Key Responsibilities

Grounds Maintenance Support

·         Assist with lawn care, including mowing, trimming, and edging

·         Support the maintenance of gardens and flower beds, including planting and weeding

·         Help with planting shrubs, trees, and seasonal flowers

·         Collect and remove garbage, leaves, and general debris from grounds and walkways

·         Assist with watering and basic plant care

General Assistance

• Work alongside the Groundskeeper on daily tasks and seasonal projects


• Support basic campus upkeep, including cleanliness and presentation of outdoor areas

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills, attributes, and qualifications

• Ability to follow safe procedures for use of fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides


• Interest in outdoor work and landscaping


• Ability to perform physical labour in various weather conditions


• Willingness to learn and take direction


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude

To find out more about Meadowridge School, visit our website  meadowridge.bc.ca