Grounds Assistant (TERM)
Western Development Museum, North Battleford
Deadline: May 12, 2026 - June 19, 2026
Western Development Museum - North Battleford is now accepting applications for the following position: Grounds Assistant (term)
General Description:
Reporting to the Facility & Maintenance Supervisor, the Grounds Assistant’s main responsibility will be to support the maintenance of the grounds and equipment. The Grounds Assistant will ensure that the grounds are esthetically pleasing and safe for visitors. They will also assist with the set-up of special events and functions. Weekend work is required.
Duties:
• Grounds maintenance including:
o Trim caragana hedge, trees and shrubs
o Cut grass that tractor cannot reach with a push mower
o Weed and water flowers and trees
o Plant, weed, water and maintain garden
• Special Events and Programming
• Assist with the set-up and dismantling of special events and programs held in the Museum
• Assist with artifact and exhibit security
• Assist with garbage cleanup and maintaining cleanliness of the grounds
Qualifications:
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Willing to work weekends
• Have superb organizational skills
• Knowledge and experience in grounds maintenance is an asset
Conditions:
• Wage $17.06/hour
• Employee Benefits as per WDM Human Resources Policies Term: 8 weeks from July 6 - August 28, 2026
• Hours: 40 hours per week, will include weekends
• At start of employment must be between the ages of 15-30
• Hours of work are 8:45 am to 5:15 pm.
• Shifts include weekdays, weekend, and occasional evening work.
Application deadline: June 19, 2026
If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter and resume to https://careers.risepeople.com/western-development-museum/en.
Please only submit your application through the recruitment link above.
Attn:
Grounds Assistant Selection Committee Western Development Museum - North Battleford
P.O. Box 183
North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y1
We thank everyone for applying for this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is dependent on funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program.
The WDM welcomes everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the museum and heritage field. If you require accommodations to apply for this position, please contact Chad at 306-934-1400 or cajanwachuku@wdm.ca
General Description:
Reporting to the Facility & Maintenance Supervisor, the Grounds Assistant’s main responsibility will be to support the maintenance of the grounds and equipment. The Grounds Assistant will ensure that the grounds are esthetically pleasing and safe for visitors. They will also assist with the set-up of special events and functions. Weekend work is required.
Duties:
• Grounds maintenance including:
o Trim caragana hedge, trees and shrubs
o Cut grass that tractor cannot reach with a push mower
o Weed and water flowers and trees
o Plant, weed, water and maintain garden
• Special Events and Programming
• Assist with the set-up and dismantling of special events and programs held in the Museum
• Assist with artifact and exhibit security
• Assist with garbage cleanup and maintaining cleanliness of the grounds
Qualifications:
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Willing to work weekends
• Have superb organizational skills
• Knowledge and experience in grounds maintenance is an asset
Conditions:
• Wage $17.06/hour
• Employee Benefits as per WDM Human Resources Policies Term: 8 weeks from July 6 - August 28, 2026
• Hours: 40 hours per week, will include weekends
• At start of employment must be between the ages of 15-30
• Hours of work are 8:45 am to 5:15 pm.
• Shifts include weekdays, weekend, and occasional evening work.
Application deadline: June 19, 2026
If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter and resume to https://careers.risepeople.com/western-development-museum/en.
Please only submit your application through the recruitment link above.
Attn:
Grounds Assistant Selection Committee Western Development Museum - North Battleford
P.O. Box 183
North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y1
We thank everyone for applying for this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is dependent on funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program.
The WDM welcomes everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the museum and heritage field. If you require accommodations to apply for this position, please contact Chad at 306-934-1400 or cajanwachuku@wdm.ca