Parks Maintenance I, II or III at City of Brooks — NeverHard

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: 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. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Level I 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; and Performs other duties as assigned. Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent; No experience necessary; Education or experience in horticulture an asset; Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; with Q Endorsement preferred; Clean Driver’s Abstract; Standard First Aid; Chainsaw Safety and Cutting Techniques Training; Flag Person Certificate preferred; Fall Protection Certificate preferred; Physically able to perform required duties; 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; Previous experience in a municipal parks environment, golf course or landscaping would be an asset; Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding department and municipal matters; and Subject to a criminal record check. Level II Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent; Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of experience in parks operations or related field; An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; Education or experience in horticulture an asset; Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with Q-Endorsement; Clean driver’s abstract; Fall Protection Certificate; Flag Person Certificate; Standard First Aid; WHMIS Certification; Chainsaw Safety and Cutting Techniques Training; CSA Playground Certificate OR Pesticide Applicator Certificate; Parks & Sport Fields Operator Level 1 Certificate; Ground Disturbance preferred; Confined Space preferred; Physically able to perform required duties; 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; Willingness to obtain Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Q-Endorsement; Public relations, interpersonal and verbal communication skills; Previous experience in a horticultural field, including but not limited to a municipal parks environment, golf course or landscaping, would be an asset; Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding department and municipal matters; and Subject to a criminal record check. Level III Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent, supplemented by the Journeyman Landscape Horticulturist designation or enrolled in the Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship program; Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in parks operations or related field; An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; Education or experience in horticulture an asset; Class 5 Driver’s License with Q-Endorsement; Clean driver’s abstract; Pesticide Applicator Certificate; Advanced Chainsaw Safety and Cutting Techniques Training; CSA Playground Certificate; Fall Protection Certificate; Flag Person Certificate; Parks & Sport Fields Operator Level 2 Certificate; Confined Space; Standard First Aid; WHMIS Certification; Ground Disturbance; Irrigation Certification preferred; Arboriculture Technician Certificate preferred; Proficient in Microsoft Office; Ability to plan, prioritize and manage own workload, including the ability to tolerate frequent interruptions and still meet deadlines; Ability to lead a crew; Physically able to perform required duties; Ability to work independently and in a team environment; Ability to understand and carry out instructions and perform manual tasks; Willingness to obtain Class 3 with Q-Endorsement; Public relations, interpersonal and verbal communication skills; Previous experience in a municipal parks environment, golf course or landscaping would be an asset; Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding department and municipal matters; and Subject to a criminal record check.