Park Attendant - Cemetery

PARK ATTENDANT (CEMETERY)

(Temporary, Full-Time)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The West Vancouver Parks Department is accepting applications for a temporary full-time Park Attendant primarily located at Capilano View Cemetery.

The primary duties in this position will be comprised of a variety of tasks including: lawn, garden and tree maintenance using small power and manual equipment and mowers; safely lifting and moving heavy items like plywood sheets and headstones; and assisting with a variety of tasks related to Cemetery operation and maintenance including assisting with interments, and caring for and maintaining burial plots.

The work for this position is considered manual work, requiring physical effort and stamina. The successful candidate may also be required to assist in other areas with work related to general parks maintenance.

Applicants must have:

• General knowledge concerning safe use of landscape and maintenance equipment;
• Sufficient physical strength, stamina, and coordination to permit the performance of manual outdoor work in all types of weather;
• An aptitude/interest in Parks and Cemetery operations;
• An ability to build and maintain positive and effective relationships with the public and staff, and to interact tactfully and sensitively with clients;
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of BC.

During the assessment process, successful candidates will be required to submit an acceptable Driver’s Abstract from ICBC. The length of this assignment will be dependent upon operational requirements.

The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check and a copy of their credentials.

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) –Temporary Full-Time

Hours of Work:
40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Starting Rate of Pay:
$30.88 plus 14% in lieu of benefits

Closing Date:
Open until filled.

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

If you have any questions please contact us atcareers@westvancouver.ca