Park Attendant
About The Position
The Town of Milton’s Operations division is currently accepting applications for the contract position of Park Attendant. This role involves preparing and maintaining picnic sites, sports fields, and open spaces at busy multi-use parks. The position also includes routine checks and cleaning of public washroom facilities, changing park garbage, and litter collection. Additionally, the Park Attendant will prepare grounds for and assist during large special events, ensuring they are well-maintained. A key aspect of the role is providing excellent customer service to park users and acting as a point of contact for renters of sports fields, picnic sites, and special events. Compliance with all health and safety practices, standard operating guidelines, and the Occupational Health & Safety Act is mandatory.
Requirements
- Minimum Secondary School Diploma
- Valid Ontario “G” Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to interpret a user schedule and manage time effectively
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is comfortable dealing with members of the public
- Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work outside in inclement weather
- Must be able to perform manual labour including lifting upto 50 pounds
- Clean driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving habits
- A recent driver’s abstract dated within 30 days will be required if selected for an interview
- Persons with four (4) or more demerit points need not apply
Nice To Haves
- Previous parks operations experience
- Current Standard First Aid Certificate/CPR and WHMIS
Responsibilities
- Uses a schedule to effectively prepare and maintain picnic sites, sports fields, and open spaces at busy multi-use parks
- Performs routine checks, cleaning, opening and closing of public washroom sites
- Regular changing of park garbages and routine litter collection
- Prepares materials before and after large special events and ensures grounds are well maintained during events
- Ensures picnic sites are cleaned and free of debris users
- Operates sports field lights as per scheduled use
- Provides excellent customer service to park users and acts as a point of contact for renters of sports fields, picnic sites, and special events
- Complies with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Performs all other duties in a professional manner as assigned in accordance with Department objectives
Benefits
- Accommodations should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
