Position: Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Caretaker/Groundskeeper (Contract to March 2027)

Location: Grande Spirit Foundation (Service across assigned housing portfolio)

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm (7.5-hour shifts), occasional weekends

Compensation: $27.03 per hour

Overview The Seasonal Caretaker is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of our facility grounds and assisting with general site projects. This hands-on role requires a motivated individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for the seniors and families we serve. This position will run from October 2026 to March 2027, with a focus on the Winter season/snow removal.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

- · Grounds Maintenance: Execute seasonal tasks, including snow removal, grass cutting, trimming, and ongoing litter/debris cleanup in parking lots and common areas; planting and maintaining flowerbeds (seasonally).
- · Physical Capability: Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regular bending, lifting, climbing, and operating snow removal & maintenance equipment. Also, must be willing & able to work outdoors in inclement weather. Winter driving will be required.
- · General Maintenance: Assist with painting projects and perform minor repairs in and around housing units.
- · Equipment Care: Operate and perform basic maintenance on snow removal, landscaping and maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
- · Operational Readiness: Ability to work safely and independently with limited supervision.
- · Service Excellence: Exceptional patience, communication, and organizational skills, with a professional approach to interacting with residents and staff.
- · Flexibility:



Availability for weekend morning snow removal and occasional overtime as required.
- This position will run from October 2026 to March 2027 only, with a focus on the Winter season/snow removal.

Qualifications

- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is an asset.
- Experience: skilled experience in the building/construction industry
- Assets: Willingness to pursue further training
- Requirements: Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
- Certifications: WHMIS, First Aid, with CPR.
- Clearance: Must successfully complete a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including extended health and dental benefits, with mandatory enrollment in life insurance and long-term disability programs.

How to Apply: Submit to Human Resources

Submission Deadline: Open until suitable candidate found

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: From $27.03 per hour

Benefits

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7G9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):
- How many years of building maintenance/caretaker experience do you have?
- How many years of groundskeeper experience do you have?
- Are you willing & able to work outdoors in inclement weather?

Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:
- snow removal: 1 year (required)
- Snow plowing: 1 year (preferred)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 driver's license (required)
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (required)

Location:
- Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7G9 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Caretaker/Groundskeeper (Contract to March 2027) (Grande Prairie)
🏢 Grande Spirit Foundation
📍 Grande Prairie