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Labourer 2 (Parks)
Temporary Full Time and Auxiliary (Seasonal)
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are
Are you seeking a fulfilling outdoor job that offers flexible hours and a vibrant team environment? Join our Parks division for seasonal assignments and experience the joy of contributing to your community while enjoying the perks of a dynamic work setting!
We're seeking adaptable, driven individuals who love working as part of a team.
In addition to the satisfaction of contributing to your community, you'll also enjoy the flexibility of our shifts and the opportunity to work with a diverse team.
Whether you're interested in full-time or part-time roles, we have opportunities for approximately 6-8 months. Our shifts cover daytime, evenings, and weekends, offering variety and flexibility.
Expect physically demanding tasks but also the chance to showcase your skills with power and hand tools. This is not just a job, it's a platform for personal and professional growth.
As a Labourer 2 in our Parks Operations, you'll be part of diverse teams, including Sports Services, Urban Forestry, Infrastructure, and Landscape. Your responsibilities may involve:
- Horticulture/Turf Care: Maintain lawns, plant perennials, and assist in landscaping projects.
- Sports Services: Care for sports fields, deliver event supplies, and ensure parks are clean and welcoming.
- Urban Forestry: Assist in plant removal, habitat maintenance, public education, and trail upkeep.
- Infrastructure: Control litter, assist in construction projects, and maintain park assets.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Our ideal candidate has a minimum of some high school education and a construction or maintenance work background.
- If you've worked in landscaping, urban forestry, or infrastructure, that's a definite plus.
- Training in related fields such as Horticulture or Turf Grass Management is advantageous.
- Experience with equipment like rotary mowers or chainsaws is also a bonus.
- A valid BC Driver's License with a clean driving record is a must.
Ready to make a difference in your community and embrace the great outdoors? We're eager to hear from you if you're up for the challenge! Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to enhancing our parks and green spaces.
What We Offer:
CUPE: This CUPE position has an hourly rate of $33.25 (2024 rates). The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Temporary full time opportunities provide an additional 6% in lieu of benefits as well as some health and wellness benefits. Auxiliary assignments will receive 12% in lieu of benefits.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).
Good people make Coquitlam great, sign up for career alerts through our recruitment portal to stay up to date about opportunities within our team, or follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about how #YouCouldWorkHere too!
Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on May 19, 2024.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Length: Temporary
Education Requirement: No degree, certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $33.25 Hour
