Located within the traditional land of the Anishnaabek, Haudenosaunee and Wendat-Wyandotte peoples, the Town of The Blue Mountains is a four-season community with stunning natural features, including the Niagara Escarpment, Beaver Valley and the Georgian Bay shoreline. Internationally recognized as a four-season tourism destination, The Blue Mountains offers a high-quality lifestyle that caters to families looking to build a solid foundation, adventurers looking to go off the beaten path and relaxation seekers taking in and experiencing the very best the area has to offer.
The Town is looking for people with a shared commitment to building a sustainable community, as well as shared values of integrity, inclusivity, excellence, accountability, and stewardship for the well-being of our residents.
Come gain a unique experience in the 2nd fastest growing municipality in Canada!
Position summary:
The Parks Labourer is responsible for day-to-day outdoor maintenance and ensuring that the parks, trails, and grounds amenities of the Town are well kept, including Town Hall and its grounds, as well as other areas around the community that are under the umbrella of Council and the Town of The Blue Mountains. The Parks Labourer reports to the Manager of Parks & Trails.
Operate a variety of heavy and light powered equipment such as tractor with attachments, riding lawn mowers, chain saws and hand tools necessary in performing general landscaping and maintenance of all municipal park sites, cemeteries, municipal walkway system and various municipal institutional sites. Specific tasks include cutting grass, raking grass, chainsaw operation, picking up garbage, cleaning public washrooms, repairing lands, planting, watering, and providing care for nursery stock opening and securing buildings and general manual labour.
What you will need:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a parks/team environment.
- Horticultural, arborist, sports field, irrigation, landscaping & municipal experience are all assets.
- Experience operating and maintaining equipment.
- Be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Minimum high school diploma.
- Diploma in Horticulture or related fields is considered an asset.
- Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and statutory holidays as per schedule and in inclement weather.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license.
- Knowledgeable of the operation and maintenance of powered equipment such as lawnmowers, chainsaws, and small hand tools.
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply and interpret relevant regulations, acts, policies, and procedures (i.e., Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, etc.).
- CPR and First Aid Training is an asset.
- Able to work with minimal supervision, follow and carry out instructions.
- Proven communication skills to respond to general information requests from internal and external clients.
- Interpersonal skills to deal with staff and to provide clear information.
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What we offer:
This is a full-time seasonal opportunity at the Town. The hourly wage range for this role is $22.27 - $26.07 (2024 Rate).
A detailed job description and instructions on how to apply are available on the Town’s website, www.thebluemountains.ca under Town Hall - Employment Opportunities.
The submission deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2024.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Personal information provided by the applicants is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.