Seasonal Outside Workers (Labourer 1) - Parks Operations

City of Richmond; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Outside Worker for Parks Operations! This role offers the chance to work outdoors, engaging in various manual tasks that contribute to the beautification and maintenance of parks. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a passion for outdoor work. You will gain valuable experience while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of community spaces. If you're ready to embrace the elements and make a difference in your local parks, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion with training in Horticulture or related fields.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual work for parks maintenance and construction tasks.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions and handle heavy lifting.

Skills

Parks maintenance knowledge

Safety precautions knowledge

Power and hand tools operation

Customer service

Ability to lift 20kg

Driving skills in non-standard areas

Planning and organizing workload

Effective public interaction

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Training in Horticulture or related fields

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions and are able to perform heavy manual work? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment and take pride in contributing to the success of the team? Do you pride yourself in displaying a strong work ethic and are able to work with minimal supervision? Are you a self-starter who possesses a positive and can-do attitude?

If so, we invite you to apply and be a part of our Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Outside Workers for Parks Operations!

Our seasonal outside workers perform diversified manual work entailing physical effort and agility in performing semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks for the Parks Operations department.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods, practices, and/or procedures related to parks maintenance and construction activities.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work, as well as safe work procedures, practices, methods, and materials involved in the work performed.
• Knowledge of municipal streets and traffic routes.
• Skill in the care and operation of a variety of power and hand tools, materials, and equipment used in the work.
• Ability to provide customer service to internal and external clients.
• Ability to drive in non-standard areas and to safely maneuver vehicle under non-standard driving conditions.
• Ability to plan and organize own workload and the ability to initiate operational adjustments based on service needs.
• Ability to work with others and be able to use common courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in maintaining working relationships.
• Ability to carry out oral or written instruction, take direction from a supervisor, and exercise some independent judgement and action in processing assignments.
• Ability to interact effectively and courteously with the public and project a positive image of the City at all times.
• Must be able to lift, carry and push in excess of 20kg (45 lbs) on a regular and/or repetitive basis.
• Ability to work shift work including weekends.
• Ability to successfully clear a Police Information Check.

Qualifications and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by education, training, and/or experience in Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscape Construction, Turf Management, Irrigation and other related asset management activities, such as washroom maintenance. Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia and clean Driver's Abstract.

Working Conditions:

• Routine light and heavy physical effort and capability is required to carry out duties, including regular and/or repetitive lifting of up to 20kg (45lbs).
• Work requires regular exposure to traffic, dust, dirt, exhaust fumes, noise, toxic chemicals, construction sites, excavations, and heavy equipment.
• Work may also require exposure to minor and/or major disagreeable conditions or hazards including animal feces, needles/sharps, hazardous waste, and insects.
• Work is performed in all weather conditions.

Candidates must submit a resume, copy of valid Driver’s Licence (front and back) and Driver’s Abstract. Applications without these documents will not be considered. Please have these ready to upload when you are submitting your application.