Student Park Maintenance (Multiple Positions)
Job Description
Title: Park Maintenance
Work Period: Spring to Labour Day
Location: Brant Park; Guelph; Elora; Pinehurst; Rockwood; Belwood; Byng; Conestogo; Laurel Creek and Shades Mill
Pay Range: $14.25
Shift 40 Hours per week
Summer Employment for Students
Reporting to the Park Superintendent the park maintenance students are responsible for various duties related to the operation and maintenance of the parks during the summer months.
Responsibilities:
Assist with the day to day operational duties in the park such as cleaning and sanitizing washrooms, collecting garbage and maintaining grounds and beach areas and cutting grass
Perform trail maintenance and rehabilitation.
Ensure the safe operation and daily inspection of GRCA owned and operated equipment
Operate various hand tools and powered equipment
Carry out all assigned duties in accordance with accepted safety practices of the Authority
Provide quality customer service
Maintain a thorough knowledge of park facilities and activities
Assist with Conservation Area special events
Frequent sanitization of work area and following GRCA’s COVID safe working policies
Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled as a full time student
Interested in outdoor recreational programs.
Previous experience working outdoors is preferred
Valid Ontario driver’s license
Experience with equipment operation including trucks, gators, riding mowers grass trimmers and hand tools an asset
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Some heavy lifting is required, i.e. picnic tables.
Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays
All successful applicants must possess their own Green Patch CSA approved safety boots, be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and be available to work the duration of the season and assigned shifts, 40 hours per week.
We offer comprehensive health and safety training
How to Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter (referencing Student maintenance and please specify park name) by e-mail to: careers@grandriver.ca (Please send your resume and cover letter as an MS Word document). Or apply directly using the link https://www.grandriver.ca/en/who-we-are/Student-jobs.aspx The deadline to apply for the first round of interviews is February 1, 2021. This posting will remain open until March 8, 2021. Applications submitted after February 1 2021, will only be reviewed on an as needed basis. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.1105 total views, 1 today