Parks Maintenance I, II or III

City of Brooks•Brooks, AB

2d•CA$27 - CA$35•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of all parks, pathways, sports fields, cemeteries, and related park amenities within the department’s area of responsibility.

Requirements

Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; with Q Endorsement preferred
Clean Driver’s Abstract
Standard First Aid
Chainsaw Safety and Cutting Techniques Training
Physically able to perform required duties
Subject to a criminal record check
Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of experience in parks operations or related field (Level II)
Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in parks operations or related field (Level III)
Fall Protection Certificate (Level II & III)
Flag Person Certificate (Level II & III)
WHMIS Certification (Level II & III)
CSA Playground Certificate OR Pesticide Applicator Certificate (Level II)
Parks & Sport Fields Operator Level 1 Certificate (Level II)
Parks & Sport Fields Operator Level 2 Certificate (Level III)
Confined Space (Level III)
Ground Disturbance (Level III)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Level III)
Willingness to obtain Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Q-Endorsement (Level II & III)

Nice To Haves

Education or experience in horticulture an asset
Q Endorsement preferred (Level I)
Flag Person Certificate preferred (Level I)
Fall Protection Certificate preferred (Level I)
Previous experience in a municipal parks environment, golf course or landscaping would be an asset
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered (Level II & III)
Ground Disturbance preferred (Level II)
Confined Space preferred (Level II)
Previous experience in a horticultural field, including but not limited to a municipal parks environment, golf course or landscaping, would be an asset (Level II)
Irrigation Certification preferred (Level III)
Arboriculture Technician Certificate preferred (Level III)

Responsibilities

Operates (at a basic level) the following equipment: chainsaw, front-end loaders, mowers (ride and push), forklift, hand tools, bucket trucks and snow removal equipment
Supports the training, supervision and mentoring of department staff during the summer months to ensure that day-to-day functions are followed and refers unusual problems or policy matters to the Parks Foreman
Maintains equipment and hand tools utilized in the performance of day-to-day tasks
Interacts and works with the full-time staff and seasonal summer staff performing work in the areas of the department’s responsibility
Performs construction and maintenance tasks; operates a power saw and brush cutter at ground level; falls and bucks trees and performs related park forestry operations
Assists in flower beds, shrub and tree pruning, outdoor ice rink maintenance, snow removal, sanding and other related duties
Ensures that City-owned washrooms are clean and tidy
Provides emergency assistance when required
Performs general inspections and maintenance of vehicles and equipment and documents any required maintenance
Performs other duties as assigned
Ability to plan, prioritize and manage own workload including the ability to tolerate frequent interruptions and still meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to understand and carry out instructions and perform manual tasks
Public relations, interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding department and municipal matters
Ability to lead a crew