Senior Parks Maintenance Worker

Competition #23/168

Internal/External Posting

Closing date July 27, 2023

Senior Parks Maintenance Worker (8 Temporary – up to 5 months)

Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department

Interested in getting your foot in the door at City Parks? We are looking for 8 people to join our team until the end of the year, helping in all aspects of parks maintenance including tree watering, mowing and assisting the horticulture crew with maintenance tasks. Incumbents may need to work overnight shifts to assists with watering hanging baskets but initially will start on day shifts.

POSITION FUNCTION

Operate various industrial Parks equipment.

KEY DUTIES

Operate various industrial size trucks, aerial lift trucks and chippers, loaders, soil screeners and tractors with related attachments such as flail and reel and rotary mowers and front end bucket, top dresser, seeder, sweeper, vacuum, aerifier, spreader and sprayer; perform various tasks such as cutting fields, loading and unloading materials, grinding stumps, landscaping with york rake, turning compost, drilling post holes, roto-tilling and edging curbs and sidewalks. Operate leaf vacuum trucks and equipment.

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections by checking items such as fluid levels, belts, hoses and lights; perform minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubrication; report repairs needed and damage to supervisor and mechanic shop; check first aid and safety equipment; fill out daily equipment log, material slips and time sheet.

Provide instructions and information to other staff as required; respond to general enquiries from the public and other departments regarding park maintenance; keep records of daily activities, equipment and materials; make recommendations for maintenance, scheduling or route changes.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed while in progress.

Problems are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort

Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (occasional)

Mental Effort

Short periods of intense concentration while operating equipment. (occasional)

Visual/Auditory Effort

Normal.

Work Environment

Exposure to dust, jarring and equipment noise. (occasional)

Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)

Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to chemicals and fertilizers. (occasional)

Key Skills And Abilities

Understand and carry out job related instructions.

Operate a variety of industrial-rated equipment and vehicles.

Repair and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.

Work and operate equipment safely.

Qualifications

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification

• Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.
• Grade 10.

Experience

• 1 year of related experience operating industrial equipment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Work schedule The following shifts are scheduled based on operational requirements - 1045pm - 715am (night shift basket watering) and 700am - 330pm (day shift) various days, 40 hour work week

$32.43 per hour, Pay Grade 6

Job Code #643

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

To apply for this opportunity you will need to create an online profile or log back in to our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submission will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 430 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications and supporting materials as outlined in your resume.

At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].