Hatley Memorial Gardens, located in Colwood, BC is currently recruiting for a full-time Seasonal Grounds Person.
The successful candidate for this position strives to keep pace with the ever-changing service demands and is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of our customers in a sensitive and professional manner.
This position is based on a 40 hour work week, and may change as required for the needs of the business, including working of overtime when required. Workers in this position are appointed on a temporary basis. Season will end November 28, 2025.
Position Role:
Perform grounds maintenance and property beautification at Hatley Memorial Gardens.
Key Duties:
Under the direction and supervision of Property Manager/Lead Hand, a Seasonal Grounds Person may be assigned to:
- Trim around memorials, trees, interment areas and property boundaries; cut grass and repair or replace turf.
- Planting and weeding of gardens.
- Water flower and planting beds, trees and turf areas.
- Remove garbage, dead flowers and plant materials from gravesites and other Burial Park property.
- Maintain and clean roads and pathways. Pressure washing of Products.
- Clean and maintain cemetery buildings, including but not limited to; sweep, vacuum and dust areas; maintain roads; paint equipment and buildings.
- Assist to prepare, open and close, set-up and remove equipment and materials for casket and urn interment services.
- Regularly check power equipment and vehicles for fuel, oil, maintenance and repairs. Perform basic, regular maintenance of power equipment and vehicles and cleaning of vehicle interiors and exteriors.
- Perform other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required for this role
- A team player, with a positive attitude and the ability to multitask and set priorities.
- Previous landscaping, horticultural and/or cemetery experience, and a demonstrated interest in working outdoors is an asset.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Use an assortment of hand tools, including but not limited to: shovel, rake, hoe, gardening shears, pruning saw, broom and mop.
- Operating assorted power equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to: trimmers, blowers, pruners, push and riding mowers, all terrain utility vehicles and trucks is an asset.
- Maintain a cooperative working relationship with all members of Hatley Memorial Gardens respond to enquiries from the General Public.
- Exemplifies Arbor’s values of compassion, integrity, trust, teamwork, and excellence.
Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 12 .
- A current and valid British Columbia driver’s license.
- Sufficient health, physical condition, strength, stamina and coordination to permit performance of work in all types of weather.
Salary: $22.86 per hour
Schedule: 8 hour shift, Monday to Friday, Occasional Saturdays.
If you are interested in applying for this position or know someone who may be qualified and interested, please email your resume and cover letter no later than 5 September 2025 to:
Nick Adams, Property Manager Hatley Memorial Garden
Email: NAdams@arbormemorial.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: $22.86 per hour
Work Location: In person