The Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Mathxwí First Nation. With this, we respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers. Why the Abbotsford School District? Working in public education is both challenging and rewarding, but at the Abbotsford School District we truly believe that every one of our employees has the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and succeed.

Every day, in every classroom and office at Abbotsford School District, our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 21,000 students. We provide a workplace that fosters creativity, inspires excellence, and challenges everyone to embrace growth.

Why Abbotsford? Located under an hour from Vancouver, the Abbotsford School District is settled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Valley and surrounded by spectacular mountain views.

Position Summary This unionized temporary position is based out of our Facilities building at 31759 King Road. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Under the direction of the Foreman—Grounds, Seasonal Landscaper is responsible for functions involving cutting, trimming and overall maintenance of all site grounds and general maintenance duties as assigned at our locations/worksites.

The work involves the performance of a variety of tasks under limited supervision and in accordance with clearly established policies, procedures, regulations, and codes. Judgment is exercised in handling new assignments and determining new work methods.

Specific Accountabilities

• Maintain landscaping and lawns such as grass cutting, raking, trimming, and other maintenance at assigned locations/worksites.
• Plant grass, flowers, shrubs, and trees; prune shrubs and trees; spread topsoil or other landscape materials; and removal of weeds and overgrowth.
• General cleanup of branches, leaves, and other organic/plant material.
• Removal of minor garbage and other debris in affected areas.
• Maintain and operate power mowers, electric clippers, and chainsaws, and other landscape equipment.
• Ensure job duties are completed in a neat and timely manner.
• Maintain records of work as required.
• Perform job duties according to approved methods and established schedules.
• Submit damage and/or repair reports as required.
• Ensure compliance with district and government health and safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain working knowledge of district operations and personnel policies related to this position.
• May be required to perform additional duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Grade 12 diploma, or equivalent. A current/valid Class 5 BC Driver's License, Additional requirements include:

• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office programs, internet and internet-based programs, with the ability to learn other software programs;
• Proven ability to determine, judge and select appropriate courses of action in accordance with established policies and procedures;
• Understanding and awareness of cultural diversity;
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, self-motivate, and meet deadlines;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to provide service and relationship to the public and School District in a professional, respectful, positive, and courteous manner;
• Proven ability to establish and maintain positive, effective work relationships in a team environment at all times;
• Proven ability to use tact and discretion and maintain confidentiality in matters pertaining to the School District;
• Working knowledge of WHMIS and WorkSafe BC occupational health and safety regulations and the demonstrated ability to work in a manner that recognizes personal safety and the safety of others;
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and resilient to change;
• Ability to explain complex or simple instructions or information clearly to others;
• Working knowledge of the technical drawings, regulations and codes, standard practices, methods, materials and tools and equipment used in the trade;
• Proven ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving materials, equipment and supplies.