Grounds Worker; Summer Job Edmonton area,Alberta Canada,Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care

Position: Grounds Worker (Summer Contract)

Detailed Job Description

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Contract | Seasonal (April – August)

Work outdoors. Stay active. Make a visible impact.

Join Edon this summer and take pride in keeping outdoor spaces clean, safe, and welcoming. As a Grounds Worker
, you’ll play a hands-on role in maintaining the appearance and functionality of commercial properties throughout the growing season.

Edon is a trusted provider of complete building management solutions across Alberta. We support our teams with a strong safety culture, reliable equipment, and experienced leadership. This seasonal contract position (April to August) is ideal for individuals who enjoy physical outdoor work, take initiative, and want to contribute to high-quality property maintenance.

Why This Role Is a Great Fit for You

Stay Active: Full-time outdoor work throughout the summer months

Make an Impact: Your work directly improves curb appeal and site safety

Hands-On

Experience:

Operate landscaping and grounds equipment daily

Safety First: Work with a COR-certified team and established safety programs

Supportive Team Environment: Clear expectations, training, and supervision

Seasonal Opportunity: Ideal for those seeking summer employment or contract work

Who are we?

To put it simply, we’ve been around for over 30 years in Alberta and we have grown into a dynamic organization of nearly 900 professionals delivering complete building management solutions. Our projects span 80+ Alberta communities, We manage 18 million sq. ft. of property in 600+ buildings and provide tenant services in over 500 sites and we continually expand services (from caretaking and grounds to security and project management) to meet client needs.

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Key Responsibilities

As a Grounds Worker you will be responsible for the maintenance of the building grounds, common areas, and building exterior.

Maintain clean, safe, and professional-looking grounds at commercial properties

Perform landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, watering, and general upkeep

Inspect outdoor areas regularly and report safety concerns or damage

Assist with irrigation system setup and basic maintenance

Operate and care for standard landscaping tools and equipment

Respond to service requests and outdoor maintenance needs promptly

Represent Edon professionally when working with clients, tenants, and team members

Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Experience & Qualifications

Previous landscaping or grounds maintenance experience considered an asset

Completion of Grade 12 education preferred

Good command of the English language (written and verbal)

Valid Driver’s License and clean Driver’s Abstract considered an asset

Strong customer service and communication skills

Ability to safely use basic power tools and grounds equipment

Physically able to perform outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Why Work With Edon?

If you take pride in hands-on outdoor work and enjoy making a visible difference, this seasonal opportunity offers a great way to put your skills to work while contributing to well-maintained, safe, and attractive environments. You’ll be part of a team that values professionalism, safety, and collaboration.

At Edon, our goal is to foster an environment where every team member feels empowered. We believe that a mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our organization, and we actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.


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