Park Attendant – Security & Maintenance Seasonal (OPSEU Union - Summer Student)

Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority; Vineland, Hamilton, Wainfleet, Pelham, Fenwick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community-focused organization as a Park Attendant, where you will play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and safety of natural spaces. This seasonal position offers hands-on experience in security and maintenance, contributing to the enjoyment of visitors at stunning conservation areas. You'll work in a collaborative environment, ensuring that everyone can appreciate the wonders of nature while promoting conservation efforts. If you are passionate about the outdoors and enjoy engaging with the public, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Professional Development

Meaningful Work Experience

Inclusive and Collaborative Culture

Competitive Benefits

Access to Conservation Area Locations

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience related to Security or Maintenance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee visitor activity and ensure safety at the conservation area.
• Perform routine inspections and maintain cleanliness of the park.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Security Oversight

Maintenance Skills

Ability to Lift 50lbs

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

Park Attendant – Security & Maintenance Seasonal (OPSEU Union - Summer Student)

Park Attendant – Security & Maintenance Seasonal (OPSEU Union - Summer Student Positions)

As a community-based natural resource management agency, the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority envisions a healthy and vibrant natural environment with shared greenspace and clean water for all.

NPCA’s work supports the conservation, enhancement, and sustainability of healthy watersheds with programs and services that focus on drinking water source protection, flood and hazard management, endangered species protection, ecosystem restoration, community stewardship, education, and land management.

NPCA is the caretaker of 41 conservation areas within the Niagara Peninsula watershed held in public trust for recreation, heritage preservation, conservation, and education. These natural and shared greenspaces marry nature, culture, and adventure to create limitless opportunities for discovery.

Why Work for the NPCA?

• Professional Development: Opportunity for further training and skills development.
• Meaningful Work Experience: Gain hands-on experience, contributing to real projects and making a tangible impact.
• Inclusive and Collaborative Culture: An opportunity to be part of a highly engaged and passionate team of professionals.
• Competitive Benefits: Voluntary enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.
• Access to Niagara Peninsula Conservation Area locations!

Summary of Duties

Under the Direction of the Park Manager, this role is responsible for security and general maintenance activities at an assigned Conservation Area. Duties may include providing park security oversight and performing general facility and property maintenance. Individuals will safely operate equipment to ensure the upkeep of the Conservation Area as a recreational park for visitors as well as maintaining and supporting the natural resources of the area.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general oversight of visitor activity, ensuring safety of customers and the conservation area.
• Communicate conservation area rules and regulations to visitors effectively and accurately.
• Perform routine inspection of facilities and grounds to ensure security and safety.
• Maintain cleanliness of the park and facilities.
• Assist in the construction, restoration and maintenance of Conservation Area grounds, trails and facilities.
• Safely perform landscaping and minor building maintenance.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with visitors, promoting good public relations and enjoyable customer experience.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience related to Security or Maintenance.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Valid CPR & First Aid an asset.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve challenging customer situations.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.

Applicants will be assigned to one location but may be asked to work at any of the locations listed below. Please indicate your location preference(s) as part of your application when you apply online at www.npca.ca/about/careers. If expressing interest in either our Chippawa, Long Beach, Binbrook or Ball’s Falls locations, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts may be required.

Locations:

• Ball’s Falls Conservation Area (Vineland)
• Binbrook Conservation Area (Hamilton)
• Chippawa Creek Conservation Area (Wellandport)
• Gainsborough Conservation Area (Central Workshop - Fenwick)

Salary: $17.50 - $18.00/hour.

The NPCA is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We do not condone or tolerate discrimination on the basis of citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, or record of offence. Our hiring policies help ensure a consistent, diverse and objective hiring process that is non-discriminatory in nature, and compliant with the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health & Safety, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act as well as any other related legislation ensuring equal employment opportunities.

We can provide accommodation for a disability in all employment activities, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].