Hirejobs Canada
Register
Auckland Jobs
Canterbury Jobs
Northland Jobs
Otago Jobs
Southland Jobs
Tasman Jobs
Wellington Jobs
West Coast Jobs
Oil & Gas Jobs
Banking Jobs
Construction Jobs
Top Management Jobs
IT - Software Jobs
Medical Healthcare Jobs
Purchase / Logistics Jobs
Sales
Ajax Jobs
Designing Jobs
ASP .NET Jobs
Java Jobs
MySQL Jobs
Sap hr Jobs
Software Testing Jobs
Html Jobs
IT Jobs
Logistics Jobs
Customer Service Jobs
Airport Jobs
Banking Jobs
Driver Jobs
Part Time Jobs
Civil Engineering Jobs
Accountant Jobs
Safety Officer Jobs
Nursing Jobs
Civil Engineering Jobs
Hospitality Jobs
Part Time Jobs
Security Jobs
Finance Jobs
Marketing Jobs
Shipping Jobs
Real Estate Jobs
Telecom Jobs

Parks Maintenance Worker - Jobs in Courtenay, BC

City of Courtenay
Job LocationCourtenay, BC
EducationNot Mentioned
SalaryNot Disclosed
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

Competition Number: 23032Job Title: Parks Maintenance WorkerDepartment: Public Works ServicesEmployment Type: Temporary (May to August)Salary: $34.15 per hour + 12.4% in lieuPosted Date: March 20, 2023, 12:00 amClosing Date: April 2, 2023, 11:30 pmLast Modified: March 20, 2023, 11:25 amPosting: OpenStatus: -Description:The City of Courtenay invites applications for the position of temporary "Parks Maintenance Worker” in the Parks Maintenance Division. This is a union position subject to the terms and conditions of the current collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.The Parks Maintenance Worker (PMW) participates in care and maintenance of the City’s Parks and Greenspaces. Performs a variety of horticultural and general maintenance tasks. These areas include, but are not limited to, sport fields, parks turf areas, gardens, trails and walkways, boulevards, civic property landscapes and the Courtenay Civic Cemetery.Minimum Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 or equivalency
  • Completion of a short course, certificate, diploma or degree in horticulture or a related discipline or Trader Certification or an equivalent combination of experience and training
  • Valid Class 5 Drivers License
  • Pesticide Applicator License/BCWWA Cross Connection /CIT Level 1 Irrigation Technician
  • A minimum of 2 years experience with the last 5 years working directly in a horticulture focused position, such as municipal parks operations, golf course maintenance or landscape maintenance
  • Sound knowledge of horticultural maintenance principles, practices and techniques
  • Sound knowledge of native and ornamental plant material found in the coastal climate of Vancouver Island
  • Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of horticultural practices related to the care and maintenance of plant material found in this geographic region
  • some knowledge of integrated pest management and the application of pesticides
  • some knowledge in the principles of landscape design and planning
  • some knowledge in the installation, repair, and operation of irrigation systems
  • good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
  • ability to work well as a member of a team and independently
  • ability to effectively oversee the work of others
  • ability to read landscape plans and occasionally use survey equipment
  • Basic office computer skills
  • physical ability to continuously use hand tools, lift heavy objects, work in awkward positions, and stand and walk throughout the day; frequently climb ladders and work in inclement weather
Additional requirements after hiring
  • First Aid Emergency Level – Industry and CPR Level 1 Certification; Traffic Control training, WHMIS Certification, and other job-related safety training
This is a full-time Temporary position. The employment term for this position may be for up to four (4) Months with an opportunity for extensionup to two (2) additional months. The current hourly wage rate based on a 40-hour workweek is $34.15.If you have the qualifications please submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked “Application – PMW”. To submit your application, click on the “Apply” button below no later than April 2, 2023.Quick Apply
  • Terms & Conditions
  • New Privacy
  • Privacy Center
  • Accessibility
For Job Seekers
  • Browse Jobs
  • Advanced Job Search
  • Emplois Quebec
For Employers
  • Post a Job
Stay Connected

APPLY NOW

Parks Maintenance Worker Related Jobs

© 2021 HireJobsCanada All Rights Reserved