Lead Groundskeeper - Full-Time, Year-Round position

 

Pacific Academy: Website

Position Type: Full Time

Position Start Date: August 27, 2026

How to Apply: Potential candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, along with any applicable certifications, to careers@mypacificacademy.net and download the Pastoral Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly o the email address above.

For more information, please contact: careers@mypacificacademy.net


Job Description

Pacific Academy is requesting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Lead Groundskeeper.  This is a full time, full year salaried position with a full benefits package.

The Lead Groundskeeper directs work, resource and equipment involving campus landscaping, road and parking lot maintenance.  They report to the Facility manager and are part of a team of facility staff to ensure a safe and well-maintained campus for our community.


Job Requirements

Successful candidate should:

  • Have a personal faith. The successful candidate will be required to provide a pastoral reference and annually sign the Pacific Academy Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct;

  • Be prepared to submit to a Criminal Record Check;

  • Minimum of 5 years experience and/or certification in Turf management and Horticulture/Landscape systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervision and Coordination: Overseeing and scheduling grounds related routines, handling service requests, and ensuring efficient workflow.

  • Quality Control: Ensuring all work is completed to established standards of quality and appearance.

  • Landscape Maintenance: Planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and maintaining lawns, athletic fields gardens, trees, and shrubs.

  • Athletic Field Maintenance: Upkeep of both natural a sand-based turf and synthetic athletics fields.

  • Hardscape Maintenance: Maintaining and overseeing the upkeep of walkways, parking lots, and other paved or structural elements. Ensure all surfaces are safe and in good condition in all seasons.

  • Equipment and Materials: Ensuring proper maintenance of groundskeeping equipment, playground inspections and repair.  Managing inventory and ordering supplies.

  • Safety and Training: Ensuring WorkSafe regulations are followed, provide training to staff on equipment operation and safety procedures. Support daytime campus security protocol.

  • Machinery operations: Knowledge and skill of operating landscaping, snow removal, lifts, tractors … equipment.

This position requires candidates to:

  • work outdoors in all weather conditions;

  • perform physical activities, tasks and skills;

  • work early mornings, weekend and holidays when called upon (e.g. Snow/ice removal or special events);

  • communicate clearly and effectively to staff both verbally and through written correspondence;

  • have an ability to lead a team as well as work independently within school expectations;

  • have Valid BC Driver's license.

 

Posted: June 1, 2026