Seasonal Employee – Parks Labourer

Seasonal Employee – Parks Labourer

The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh is currently recruiting for a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Seasonal Employee – Parks Labourer, in the Community & Recreation Services Department.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager Parks & Horticulture, the Seasonal Employee – Parks Labourer is a member of the Community & Recreation Services Department. In a team environment, the Seasonal Employee – Parks Labourer, will perform a variety of duties relating to the maintenance and upkeep of all municipal parks and open spaces including the maintenance of sports turf, tree and plant inventories, with a focus on quality customer service and continuous improvement processes.

Qualifications And Requirements

The successful candidate must possess: a minimum Grade 12 secondary school diploma with preference given to individuals with a college diploma in Turf Management and/or Horticulture or Agricultural field. Candidates must have mechanical aptitude, with a minimum of three (3) years field experience and the ability to operate parks-related equipment and general knowledge of related safety procedures. The successful candidate must have a valid “G” license and preference to candidates with a valid “D” driver’s license with “Z” endorsement with previous experience driving a truck with attached trailer. The preferred candidate will have the ability to meet deadlines and work under minimal supervision, and have a genuine ability to work in a team environment in addition to experience in the maintenance of sports fields, passive areas, playground areas and grounds. Previous knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, and associated regulations will be considered assets.

The successful candidates must be available to work forty (40) hours each week Sunday through Saturday between the months of March and December annually. The regular hours of work are between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm. On occasion Seasonal Employees may be required to work outside of their regular hours of work.

Terms

The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We invite you to visit the Town’s webpage to obtain further information about the municipality.

Salary

The Town offers an hourly rate of $25.59 (2024), in accordance with the Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 702.13. This position is subject to a probationary period of sixty (60) working days.

Applicants are invited to submit resumes to by Friday, May 24, 2024 at 4:30 pm

All applications are appreciated; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [MFIPPA] and will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection.

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