This is an exciting opportunity to begin your municipal career! Our Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department are looking for Labourers to work seasonally in the Parks Maintenance division on a temporary full-time basis. This opportunity offers full-time hours with the possibility of re-call in the following year. Duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not restricted to:
• Grass Cutting
• Sodding
• Leaf Raking
• Litter Pick-Up
• Construction
• Fence Construction and Maintenance
• Field Maintenance
• Irrigation
• Parking Lot Clean-Up
• Trail Repair
• Other related duties as required
Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.
Please contact Human Resources at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.
All external applicants are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of hire. External applicants who are not able to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine for a reason related to a personal characteristic protected by the BC Human Rights Code can request an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process. City of Burnaby employees can refer to our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for City staff.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.
The position requires knowledge and skill in the methods, tools and equipment, techniques, and materials used in general construction, landscaping and maintenance work. Related education, as well as, landscaping and grounds maintenance experience are considered assets; hands-on experience with related tools and equipment is preferred. As this position involves continuous heavy physical work in all weather conditions, sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination are required. Other desired attributes include safe work practices, excellent teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively, particularly when dealing with the public. Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia, Class 5, is required.
Hourly wage: $29.40 plus benefits (2021 Rates).
