Seasonal Parks General Maintenance (6 month contract, unionized position) – 1 Vacancy

County of Brant • Brant, ON

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a 6-month contract, unionized position for Seasonal Parks General Maintenance. The role involves active involvement in the operation and maintenance of parks, sports fields, and trails outdoors in various weather conditions. Responsibilities include daily review of rental and maintenance schedules, care and maintenance of related equipment, guidance and supervision of summer students and part-time staff, and communication with various groups. The position requires a flexible schedule including day, evening, and weekend shifts, direct support to park users, and documentation of maintenance duties and other relevant forms.

Requirements

• Secondary school education
• Demonstrated knowledge of grounds maintenance and related equipment
• Good knowledge of facility maintenance practices and procedures
• Knowledge of sports field, trail and general parks maintenance
• Good communication skills relating to other staff members and the general public
• Good interpersonal and records management skills
• General repair experience as it relates to mechanics, plumbing, carpentry, etc.
• Good safe work practices
• Current First aid, CPR and AED training
• Valid Class G driver’s licence and acceptable driver’s abstract
• Acceptable police records check

Nice To Haves

• Sports Turf Management and maintenance certification
• Knowledge of commercial pool operations
• Horticultural or Arborist background
• Post-secondary education in a recreation or horticultural field
• Prior experience working in a municipal recreation facility and/or park setting
• Chainsaw certification

Responsibilities

• Active involvement in the operation and maintenance of parks, sports fields and trails outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Daily review of rental and maintenance schedules to prepare areas for users and to maintain facilities to an acceptable standard
• Active involvement in the care and maintenance of related equipment
• Guidance and supervision of summer students and part time staff
• Internal and external communication with staff, users, volunteers and event coordinators
• Liaise with user/community groups during tournaments and special events
• Provide direct support to park users
• Documentation of maintenance duties, rentals, daily routines, incident/accident forms, emergency services, health and safety practices
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED