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PARK ATTENDANT - PARKS MAINTENANCE
(Temporary, Full-Time)
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.
The West Vancouver Parks Department is accepting applications for a temporary full-time Park Attendant, responsible for a variety of park maintenance tasks. The successful candidate may also be assisting with: park construction; graffiti removal, sign and trail maintenance, playground maintenance; snow removal, and other related duties as operationally required. The position is considered manual work, requiring strength, effort and stamina. Candidates must also have a demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Applicant Requirements:
- An aptitude/interest in Park Operations;
- Knowledge and experience in at least one of the following disciplines: turf grass maintenance, horticulture and/or waste collection;
- Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to permit the performance of manual outdoor work in all types of weather;
- An ability to exercise excellent customer service skills when interacting with park users and the public;
- An ability to build and maintain positive and effective working relationships with the public and staff;
- Experience with the safe operation of landscaping power tools (i.e. line trimmer, mower, hedge trimmer);
- Knowledge of, and the ability to make decisions in accordance with, departmental policies, practices, rules and regulations related to the work performed;
- Experience driving large trucks on streets and within parks in and around people; and
- Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of BC.
- Experience operating tractors, ride on mowers and chainsaw considered an asset.
During the assessment process, successful candidates will be asked to submit a Driver’s Abstract from ICBC. These positions are expected to be required into the early fall. Candidates must be available for the duration of this period. The length of these assignments will be dependent upon operational requirements.
The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable police information check and a copy of their credentials.
This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.
Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Temporary, Full-time
Hours of Work:
40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)
Starting Rate of Pay:
$29.84 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits
This position has a pay structure with three steps increase after certain hours.
Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on May 20, 2024
To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Portal on our website at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen to be interviewed will be contacted
Employment Length: Temporary
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $29.84 Hour
