park maintenance labourer
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Park Worker (Multiple Positions)
Posted on
June 04, 2024
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Metro Vancouver
Job details
Park Worker (Multiple Positions)Position Status: Full-Time Temporary / Temporary Reduced-TimeDepartment: Parks & EnvironmentEmployee Group: GVRDEU Have a passion for nature and the outdoors? Enjoy connecting with the community? Experience variety and excitement in this healthy outdoor work environment. Learn new skills and earn competitive wages. Help us to sustainably manage and maintain regional parks for the safety of visitors and the integrity of ecosystems. THIS ROLE:Performs a variety of routine maintenance duties such as: collecting garbage and litter; cleaning and sanitizing toilet facilities; grass cutting and trimming; maintaining trails, buildings, bridges, boardwalks, picnic and camp sites; repairing tools; and washing and staining tables. Patrols park areas as required to help ensure public safety and protect natural environment. Assists with construction improvements in parks such as bridges, trails, culverts, buildings, boardwalks, gates, fences, corrals, water lines and docking facilities. Operates and maintains equipment such as small tractors and attached mowers, trucks, push mowers, weed eaters, vacuums, and rock drills. Provides information, education and assistance to the public. TO BE SUCCESSFUL, YOU HAVE:Minimum Grade 10 or equivalent. Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and effective manner. Demonstrated good judgment in interpreting park regulations. Proficient English language skills, both verbal and written. Valid Class 5 or Class 7 BC Driver?s License. Demonstrated ability to negotiate difficult terrain, walk long distances, and carry out a variety of tasks that require considerable physical exertion. Available to work flexible days and hours, including weekends, evenings and holidays. POSSIBLE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:Wildfire Suppression (S?100), Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Occupational First Aid (Level 1), Equipment Operations (such as small tractor, ride?mower, weed eater, chainsaw), Safe Boating Operations, Radio Communications, Bear Awareness, Park Bylaw Officer, Incident Command System (ICS), Workplace Safety and more. WAGE RATE:$32.91/hour plus 6.25% deferred compensation. WORK TERMS:Vary from two to ten months year round at most regional parks. HOURS OF WORK:Full?time positions work 40 hours per week. Reduced?time positions vary from 16 to 24 hours per week. Our Vision: Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations. At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact careers@metrovancouver.org for support. Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here. Metro Vancouver Regional Parks protect natural areas and connect people to nature. Regional parks are protected and resilient, connecting people to nature, with benefits for all. Please follow this link https://metrovancouver.org/about-us/careersto our Careers page where you can submit your application by July 15, 2024. While we greatly appreciate all the replies we receive, regretfully only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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LocationBurnaby, BC
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Salary$32.91HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Term or contractFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CivicJobs.ca
#95128
Advertised until
2024-07-15
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