Grounds Maintenance (Granville Island)
About The Position
Join CMHC’s Granville Island team, in the Grounds Maintenance position, to keep the island clean, safe, and well-maintained. Granville Island is administered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) on behalf of the Federal Government. Its mission is to "to steward this public land for meaningful urban and social experimentation among diverse, creative, cultural and business models, engaging local first nations and communities, and welcoming the world." Granville Island and its 300 businesses greet approximately 10 million people per year, employ over 3,000 people full-time, and generate over $260 million in economic activity. Granville Island is seen as one of the most successful waterfront development in North America aspiring to become the "most inspiring public place in the world".
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license
- A minimum 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).
Nice To Haves
- Basic carpentry and paver installation skills.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, or mechanical trades.
- Training or coursework in landscaping, grounds care, or building maintenance.
- A WHMIS certification.
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.
- Assist senior technicians with HVAC, machinery, and equipment maintenance.
- Support events: set up and take down tents, stages, and barricades.
Benefits
- 4 weeks of vacation.
- Annual individual performance incentive.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
- Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
- An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
