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Sub Foreman – Mowing
Regular Full Time
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 Looking For
We are looking for three Regular Full-time Sub Foreman – Mowing to join our Landscape division team! The Sub Foreman – Mowing position supervises a team engaged in mowing and related lawn maintenance tasks. This position maintains lawns and grass areas and assists in installing, repairing and maintaining irrigation and drainage systems. The Sub Foreman – Mowing also observes potential passive turf problems and drives a light truck to transport crew, equipment and materials used in the work.
As a Sub Foreman – Mowing, you will supervise and assist staff performing mowing and lawn maintenance duties, and will observe and advise on potential passive turf problems. Further, you will be able to utilize mowing equipment safely and efficiently. If you have a passion for using tools and equipment, while in a Supervisor capacity, we look forward to your application!
Qualifications
- Completed at least 10th grade education.
- Completed a course in passive turf health or maintenance, combined with sound experience in ride-on mowing equipment and related parks operations OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma in Turf Management and/or an Irrigation Certificate would be an asset.
- Prior work experience with large ride-on lawn mowers (zero turn; articulated; rear street; Ventrac; John Deere; Kubota; etc.) would be an asset.
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $35.89 (2024 rates).
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. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off day program. This position is based in Coquitlam. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
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).
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on July 12, 2024.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $35.89 Hour
