Grounds Maintenance Technician

Be part of a team that helps our spaces grow and thrive 

At Power To Be, we believe nature should be accessible to everyone. Our Prospect Lake site spans nearly 80 acres of forest, shoreline, and purpose‑designed spaces where youth, families, and adults living with barriers experience adventure, belonging, and joy outdoors. 

This summer, we’re looking for a Grounds Maintenance Technician to help care for this incredible place. If you love being outside, enjoy physical, hands-on work, and thrive in a setting where every day feels a little different, this role might be your perfect fit. 

What You’ll Do 

• Maintain grounds, pathways, program areas, and outdoor infrastructure 
• Operate and care for landscape equipment (mowers, tractors, trimmers, etc.) 
• Remove invasive species and support ecological land care 
• Identify and address natural hazards 
• Help with facility upkeep, purchasing, and tracking maintenance records 
• Support volunteer groups and occasional community events 
• Participate in at least one Power To Be program each quarter 

Working Conditions 

• This is an active outdoor job with: 
• Variable weather 
• Some early mornings 
• Occasional evenings or weekends 
• Tasks involving lifting (up to 50 lbs with assistance), climbing, bending, and navigating uneven terrain 

What You Bring 

• Strong time‑management and reliability 
• Comfort working independently and with a team 
• Safety awareness and attention to detail 
• Flexibility, resilience, and clear communication 
• Respect for nature and ecological stewardship 
• Commitment to creating welcoming, inclusive spaces 

Requirements 

• Criminal Record Check + CRRA check 
• Reliable transportation to Prospect Lake 
• Valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence and clean abstract 
• Ability to support OH&S and BC Camping Certification standards 
• Full COVID‑19 vaccination 

Nice-to-Haves 

• Horticulture or land-care knowledge 
• Irrigation system experience (e.g., Rain Bird) 
• Certifications (chainsaw operation, dangerous tree assessment, landscaping, carpentry, WHMIS) 
• Class 4 driver’s licence 
• Experience in non-profit or outdoor recreation 

Belonging at Power To Be 

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We warmly welcome applications from people of all identities, backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences. If you need accommodations during the application process, please reach out to Tamara Monod (tmonod@powertobe.ca) — we’re happy to support. 

Position Details 

• Location: Prospect Lake (4633 Prospect Lake Road) 
• Term: May – August 
• Hours per week: 40 hours 
• Compensation: $27.17/hr + 4% vacation 
• Reports to: Facilities & Assets Lead 

Review of applications begins immediately — if this role sparks your interest, we’d love to hear from you! 

To view the full Job Description, please visit the Careers page at Join Our Team — Power To Be