Parks Maintenance Worker, Courtenay

The current (2024) hourly wage rate is $34.83 based on a 40-hour work week (Schedule“B”).

The City of Courtenay invites applications for up a temporary full-time position of

Parks Maintenance Worker (PMW)” . This is a union position subject to the terms and conditions in the collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

The Parks Maintenance Worker (PMW) participates in the care and maintenance of the City’s Parks and Greenspaces, performing a variety of horticultural and general maintenance tasks. These areas include, but are not limited to, sports fields, parks turf areas, gardens, trails and walkways, boulevards, civic property landscapes, and the Courtenay Civic Cemetery.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalency

Completion of a short course, certificate, diploma, or degree in horticulture or a related discipline or Trade Certification or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

valid BC Class 5 Drivers License

A minimum of 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years working directly in an horticulture focused position, such as municipal parks operations, golf course maintenance or landscape maintenance

Sound knowledge of horticultural maintenance principles, practices and techniques

Sound knowledge of native and ornamental plant material found in the coastal climate of Vancouver Island

Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of horticultural practices related to the care and maintenance of plant material found in this geographic region

some knowledge of integrated pest management and the application of pesticides

some knowledge in the principles of landscape design and planning

some knowledge in the installation, repair, and operation of irrigation systems

good interpersonal and communication

ability to communicate courteously and effectively with staff and the general public.

ability to work well as a member of a team and independently

ability to effectively oversee the work of others

ability to read landscape plans and occasionally use survey equipment

physical ability to continuously use hand tools, lift heavy objects, work in awkward positions, and stand and walk throughout the day; frequently climb ladders and work in inclement weather

Additional Requirements After Hiring

First Aid Emergency Level - Industry and CPR Level A Certification; Traffic Control training; WHMIS Certification, and other job-related safety training

This is a

full-time temporary

position. The employment term for this position may be for up to four (4) Months with an opportunity for extension up to two (2) additional months.

If you have the qualifications along with the passion to help Courtenay be the most livable City in British Columbia, then submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked“Application: Parks Maintenance Worker”. Submit by clicking on the “Apply Now” button above.

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