Seasonal Parks Operator

Quinte West; Canada; Remote; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Quinte West is seeking a Parks Operator to maintain parks, sports fields, open spaces, facilities and related equipment, ensuring safe, functional and attractive outdoor public spaces for residents and visitors.

You will operate mowers, tractors, and related tools; perform winter maintenance (snow clearing, sanding, salting); assist with event setup, groundskeeping, and routine inspections; contribute to safety, records management, and teamwork with supervisors and crew.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• A Class G driver’s licence and safe driving record.
• Ability to operate equipment such as a mower, truck and trailer.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Team-oriented service delivery mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform winter maintenance duties including snow clearing, sanding and salting of facilities, sidewalks, trails, parking lots.
• Perform general maintenance, repair and inspection of equipment in Parks and Open Spaces, including turf and grounds work and equipment upkeep.
• Assist in event setup, clean up and maintenance for community events.
• Maintain grounds for safety of attendees and staff at parks and facilities.
• Operate equipment such as mowers and tractors; use hand and power tools for carpentry and maintenance.
• Keep accurate records and assist with safety checks and reporting.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Class G driver’s licence

Tools

Mower operation

Truck and trailer operation

Job description

Position: Parks Operator

Department: Public Works and Environmental Services

Division: Parks and Outdoor Space

Reports to: Supervisor of Parks and Open Space

Public Works and Environmental Services

This department is responsible for the effective and efficient planning, engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation and operation of the municipal road system, parks and open space, solid waste management services, water treatment and supply, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater management, development approvals and general engineering services.

Purpose and Scope:

The Parks Operator is responsible for completing tasks regarding the maintenance for all City parks, sports fields, open space areas, facilities and for the maintenance of parks vehicles and all park and facility related equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The position will:

• Perform winter maintenance duties including snow clearing, sanding and salting of facilities, sidewalks, trails, parking lots.
• Perform general maintenance, repair and inspection of equipment in Parks and Open Spaces, as assigned, but not limited to such duties as turf and grounds maintenance of sports fields, parkland to include fertilizing, seeding, lining, field setup and general grounds keeping, trails, facility maintenance, trees, hedges, gardens, signs, watering and irrigation systems, boat launches and docks.
• Assist in the set up, clean up and maintenance of community special events.
• Responsible for maintaining the grounds of special events in municipal parks and facilities for the safety of attendees and staff.
• Playground and splash pad maintenance and sanitation.
• Assist the Supervisor and Foreperson in providing occasional guidance and training to crew members (summer students).
• Keep accurate and detailed digital and written records management documentation.
• Operate equipment such as mowers, as well as hand and power tools associated with general carpentry, various tractors, and attachments, debris removal and tree cutting and pruning equipment.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, facility users, staff, suppliers and contract services.
• Perform daily/weekly safety checklist in accordance with the health and safety regulations and city policies.
• Assist other parks staff with duties assigned by the Parks Foreperson.
• Ensure proper collection and disposal of garbage/recycling in accordance with department procedures.
• Assist with contractors, including but not limited to, canteen operators, marina operators and other contractors working with the City.
• Attend and be an active participant in staff meetings as required.
• Attend annual performance appraisals and related training and development.
• Respond positively and effectively to all park and facility user inquiries and concerns.
• Complete any other duties that may be required from time to time.
• Demonstrate the value of service, collaboration and care when performing work.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and overall professional development.
• Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, other applicable legislation, best practices, City policies and procedures where applicable to include, but not limited to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG).

Note:

Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Contacts:

The position will have direct contact with:

Internal: Supervisor of Parks and Open Space, Manager of Outdoor Operations, Parks Working Foreperson, Coworkers and other City Staff.

External: General Public, User Groups, Agency Personnel, Community Agencies, Volunteer Groups and Associations and Special Event Committees.

Education/Specialized Training/Skills:

The position will require:

• Minimum of a Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• A Class G driver’s licence and a safe driving record in good standing, satisfactory to the employer.
• Ability to operate equipment such as a mower, truck and trailer.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work as team member of a “service delivery department”.
• Knowledge of turf/sports field maintenance, special event set up and clean up, parks maintenance, parks furniture/equipment inspection, and/or other parks and facility operations.

Nice to have:

Although not required, the following would be considered a preferred asset to the position.

• A valid Class DZ driver’s licence.
• The ability to communicate in both English and French.

Work Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year of previous work experience with related work.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills.
• Experience in parks, parks maintenance, or construction, horticulture, playground construction and maintenance.

Nice to have:

Although not required, the following would be considered an asset to the position.

• Previous municipal experience.
• Maintenance and repair of municipal infrastructure. and working knowledge of equipment.

Decision Making:

The position has minimal responsibility to decision making affecting the department.

Supervision:

• The position has no direct supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment:

• Regular evening and weekend work is required.
• This position requires working a variety of shifts which can include rotation days, weekends and standby.
• Physically able and competent to perform the physical demands of this position under adverse weather conditions.