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Vancouver School Board

General Labourer

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 13, 2026

Original job description

THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

GENERAL LABOURER

Department: Material Services, Maintenance & Construction and Grounds Maintenance

Start Date: Immediately

Hours: 7.5 hours/day

Salary: $29.29/hour

(+ benefits and municipal pension)

This position is 100% in-person and at various VSB sites

Only applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this position

THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x ʷ məθk ʷ əy ̓ əm (Musqueam), S ḵ wxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwəta ɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canadas most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSBs culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/ .

THE OPPORTUNITY: GENERAL LABOURER - MATERIAL SERVICES, MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

Material Services administers an inventory of maintenance, operations and general repair supplies for schools. In addition, Material Services is responsible for furniture repairs, loan of equipment, trucking and labour services.

The Maintenance & Construction Division carries out many preventive maintenance projects, including repair and large “overhaul” projects on school facilities to protect the infrastructure and to meet code requirements. These are scheduled on a pre-planned basis and schools are not required to request such work. Preventive maintenance includes re-roofing, re-painting, mechanical or electrical upgrade projects, annual fire alarm testing, and a periodic safety check on equipment in buildings and on grounds.

The Grounds Maintenance Department is concerned with the maintenance and construction of all school board facilities from the site buildings to the sidewalks. This includes all lawn and garden areas, sport fields, playgrounds, fencing, underground services and all asphalt areas. This constitutes year-round support programs and includes seasonal extremes such as snow and excessive rainfall.

This position may be assigned to any VSB worksite under the auspices of Grounds Maintenance, Maintenance and Construction and/or Material Services. Employees may be required to move from site to site during the workday. The successful candidate will be required to work with minimal direct supervision in a team environment and maintain collegial working relationships. Staff are required to communicate with school principals, school staff and students to ensure minimal disruption to the learning environment. All employees are required to work safely in accordance with WorkSafe B.C. guidelines.

Examples of duties:

Material Services Department: moves and stores boxes, furniture, equipment and tools; arranges furniture as directed; assists truck drivers to load, unload and deliver a variety of materials and equipment; sets up and breaks down loan equipment and furniture; transports and carries material to work area.

Maintenance & Construction Department: assists journeymen in structural construction work; assists with delivering, handling and preparing job sites; performs demolition work; transports and carries material to work area; breaks concrete, move and removes sand.

Grounds Maintenance Department: assists truck drivers to load, unload and deliver a variety of materials and equipment; assists the Gardeners in ground maintenance, including weeding; cuts and trims grass; mixes and pours concrete; sets posts; constructs, maintains, repairs and lays our sports field and associated fixtures and equipment; erects, assembles, maintains, repairs and dismantles playground equipment; digs trenches, lays pipes; performs demolition work; breaks concrete, moves and removes sand.

Qualifications:

Completion of grade 12
Must have class 5 driver's license
Ability to meet the high physical demands of exposure to a variety of weather conditions, vibration and noise, dust and flying particles, lifting and carrying heavy objects, physical coordination and exertion in a variety of postures, working in dirty and dusty environments, sustained postures for some tasks, working in confined spaces or at heights.

Your application MUST include:

Cover letter
Resume
Three (3) professional references: names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last direct supervisors/managers (contacted only with your prior approval)
A copy of your work permit (if you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident)

Compensation

The salary for this position is $29.29/hour plus benefits and municipal pension plan.

TO APPLY:

To be considered for this position, apply via MAKE A FUTURE. Include a cover letter, resume, and references.

Create a profile on Make a Future .
Click "Apply Now" under support positions.
Upload all supporting documents.
Answer all job posting questions.
Once your application has been submitted you will receive a confirmation email.

This posting is ongoing until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Additional Information:

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (VSB) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email recruitment@vsb.bc.ca .

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Responsibilities

Move, store, deliver, and set up materials, furniture, tools, and equipment across school sites, and assist with construction, maintenance, and demolition work. Support grounds upkeep and projects such as lawn care, concrete work, sports field and playground maintenance, trenching, and pipe laying while following safety requirements and minimizing disruption to school activities.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed Grade 12 and hold a Class 5 driver's license. They must be able to perform physically demanding work in varied weather and environments, including lifting heavy objects and working around noise, dust, vibration, confined spaces, or heights.

Skills

Material Handling
Loading And Unloading
Furniture And Equipment Setup
Construction Assistance
Demolition
Grounds Maintenance
Weeding
Grass Cutting And Trimming
Concrete Mixing And Pouring
Sports Field Maintenance
Playground Equipment Maintenance
Trenching And Pipe Laying
Teamwork
Communication
Workplace Safety
Physical Stamina

Benefits

Benefits
Municipal Pension Plan

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Keywords

Material Services
Maintenance And Construction
Grounds Maintenance
Inventory
Furniture Repair
Equipment Loan
Trucking
Material Handling
Job Site Preparation
Structural Construction
Demolition
Preventive Maintenance
Lawn And Garden Maintenance
Sports Fields
Playground Equipment
Concrete Work
Trenching
Pipe Laying
Class 5 Driver's License
WorkSafeBC
Workplace Safety
Heavy Lifting
Confined Spaces
Working At Heights
Team Environment

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