• Provide grass cutting and lawn maintenance at various municipal parks and facilities.
• Provide gardening maintenance including watering, pruning, removing, planting, mulching, weeding, and fertilizing at municipal parks, facilities, and roadsides.
• Transport and handle bulk landscape materials such as soil, gravel, stone, mulch, brush, logs including but not limited to; wheelbarrowing, shoveling, and raking.
• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance, including thorough clean-up, garbage collection, washroom cleaning, repairs, and routine maintenance services at recreation areas.
• Assist in the construction and renovation of recreation areas and landscaping features.
• Conduct regular inspections at municipal facilities and playgrounds.
• Perform building maintenance functions including sweeping, cleaning/washing, and minor repairs such as painting, touch-ups, etc.
• Complete appropriate work records and related documents such as time sheets, inspection reports, and work orders.
• Assist with enforcing Municipal by-laws and parking regulations at recreation areas and parking lots.
• Represent the Municipality of Trent Lakes in a professional and courteous manner when providing information and support to the public, volunteers, and staff.
• Monitor and report on inventory levels for maintenance supplies and equipment, ensuring timely replenishment.
• Diffuse situations involving wildlife such as removal or isolating the public as directed.
• Ensure that all work is compliant with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Recreation and Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor.
Qualifications:
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Class ‘G’ License with a clean driver abstract.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong Health and Safety awareness.
• Physically fit and able to perform strenuous work such as lifting, climbing, and moving heavy items (approx. 75 lbs.), involving repetitive movement and considerable effort, while performing the work assigned in a safe manner.
• Experience in parks and recreation operations and/or maintenance is an asset.
• Heavy equipment experience is an asset.
• Ability to maneuver trucks, trailers, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge and ability to operate landscaping and grass cutting equipment.
• Knowledge of basic building maintenance and ability to use various hand and power tools.
• Ability to use a computer, tablet or smartphone to complete electronic work orders and communicate with colleagues.
• First Aid/CPR Certification is an asset.
• Working at Heights Certification is an asset.
• Valid Chainsaw Operator Certificate is an asset.
Key Competencies:
• Ability and willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
• Demonstrate pride in workmanship by ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard of quality and care.
• Respond positively to constructive criticism and use it as an opportunity for growth and skill development.
• Ability to work independently and at times in a team environment.
• Ability to perform strenuous tasks outdoors, with the potential for rough terrain and adverse weather conditions.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Able to carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Strong initiative and good judgement with limited supervision.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.
• Ability to learn new skills.
$24.78 per hour
