Operator 4 (Parks and Facilities Attendant 1)

Town of Saugeen Shores; Port Elgin; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as an Operator 4, where you will maintain parks and facilities, ensuring they are safe and welcoming for all. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, engage with the community, and contribute to the beauty of Saugeen Shores. You will operate various equipment, perform maintenance tasks, and work alongside a dedicated team. With a commitment to continuous learning and development, this position not only provides a competitive wage but also enrolls you in the OMERS pension plan. If you have a passion for parks and facilities, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Enrollment in OMERS pension plan

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in park and facility maintenance.
• Valid Class G Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of sports fields, parks, and trails.
• Operate equipment for park maintenance and facility cleaning.

Skills

Turf management

Horticulture

Customer service

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary training in parks/facility management

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED

Tools

Tractors

Light and medium trucks

Zero-turn mowers

Work Order Systems (Cityworks)

Job description

Operator 4 (Parks and Facilities Attendant 1)

Closing Date: February 17, 2025 at 4:30 pm EST

Anticipated Contract Start/End Date: April 2025 to October 2025

Number of Vacancies: 4

Saugeen Shores: Both city and town, wrapped in a village.
Choosing to work and live in Saugeen Shores gives you an unparalleled choice of easy-going lifestyles, economic opportunities and nature at every turn. You can truly create your own village in this growing, diverse community of neighbourhoods and amenities.

The Team:
We take our team-first culture seriously; we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well-serviced, growing and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members.

What we offer you:

• Enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.
• A passion for investing in our workforce through continuous learning and development.

About the Role:

This position provides parks and facility maintenance duties for the Town of Saugeen Shores. Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, the Operator 4 (Parks and Facilities Attendant 1) performs the day-to-day operation and maintenance of Town facilities including sports fields, washrooms, parks and grounds, cemeteries, trails, and gardens. The incumbent will work in a team environment alongside other operators and contractors.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform the day-to-day operation and maintenance of sports fields, parks, trails, cemeteries, horticulture, and grounds.
• Operate equipment such as tractors, light and medium trucks, garbage mini-packer, zero-turns and finishing grass mowers, trail and sports park-grooming implements in parks and grounds.
• Perform manual duties involving basic repairs, and service and maintenance work to park equipment such as turf, ball diamonds, playgrounds, fencing and washrooms.
• Perform manual duties involving facility cleaning, basic repairs, and service and maintenance work to town facilities.
• Assist with seasonal opening and closing of facilities.
• May provide work direction to seasonal student staff.
• Interact and provide good judgement and customer service to park patrons in a courteous manner.

Education and Training:

• High School Diploma with a preference for post-secondary training in parks/facility management or related trades/disciplines
• Valid Class G Driver’s License
• Standard First Aid & CPR/AED (or willing to obtain)
• Additional certification through professional organizations such as Certified Parks Technician and Certified Playground Inspector Certificate an asset

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• A minimum of one (1) year of work-related experience
• Turf management, working from Heights, Playground Safety Awareness, Landscape Exterminators License, Horticulture, Trails etc.
• Experience and skills relating to park and facility maintenance.
• Technical experience and knowledge within facility and park Operations such as building controls, electrical systems, plumbing and energy management, turf and grounds maintenance, and sport field maintenance.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment.
• Sound judgment and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and staff.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Computer literacy with experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to work within Automation Systems (irrigation), and Work Order Systems (i.e. Cityworks).

Hours: 40 hours per week including weekend and evenings shifts

Wage: $23.23 to $26.16 per hour based on qualifications and experience (unionized position)

Application Process:

If you’re interested in joining our team, click the “Apply Now” at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process by the posting closing date. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at [e-mail] or by phone at 519-832-2008 x.132.