Conservation Area Operations

3 weeks ago

London, Canada Upper Thames River Conservation Authority Full time

Have you always wanted to work with the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority? Do you want to work with a dynamic team of experts committed to improving environmental health? We have great news - now is your chance

We have multiple opportunities for:
**CONSERVATION AREA OPERATIONS**

**Fanshawe (2) and Pittock (2) Conservation Areas**

**Seasonal, Full Time**
**Who Are We?**: The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority’s (UTRCA) mission statement is Inspiring a Healthy Environment. The 17 municipalities within the Upper Thames River watershed appoint representatives to the UTRCA’s Board of Directors who represent the local urban and rural communities, deciding policies and programs that will lead to a healthy watershed. Our programs and services focus on five key areas:

- Protecting people and property and supporting safe development
- Delivering landowner stewardship
- Providing natural spaces and recreational opportunities
- Making science based decisions
- Empowering communities and youth

The Upper Thames River watershed encompasses an area of 3,421 square kilometers, and is mainly rural but includes the urban centres of London, Stratford, and Woodstock. The UTRCA serves a total population of approximately 539,500 residents.

UTRCA Conservation Areas provide outdoor recreational opportunities that aim to educate and promote conservation messages to a large audience in an effort to improve the watershed’s natural environment
**Who Are You?**: As a member of the UTRCA team you will contribute to the mission of Inspiring a Healthy Environment through your skill and expertise, but also through your passion for the environment and calling to support change and make an impact. You will collaborate with like-minded colleagues to facilitate innovative approaches to the work you do in a supportive, friendly, and connected environment. The UTRCA embraces togetherness - you’ll know your colleagues, have a great time working together, and feel like you belong here. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you
**What You Will Do**:

- Assist with the day to day operations of the Conservation Areas;
- Assist in the delivery of recreation programs and services that emphasize safety and user satisfaction;
- Perform a wide variety of custodial functions including grass cutting, tree trimming, facility maintenance, garbage collection, plumbing, electrical, excavations, and related duties;
- Carry out a variety of mechanical tasks on vehicles and equipment, performing tasks not requiring a licensed mechanic, including minor tune-ups, regular servicing and repairs;
- Liaise with day users, campers, and clubs using UTRCA recreation areas and services to identify their needs, resolving issues and concerns and ensuring their reasonable satisfaction;
- Assist or directly undertake special events and activities within the recreation areas or on lands of the UTRCA, as well as take the lead on all special event set-up and tear down;
- Assist the Superintendent or designate when required;
- Undertake the effective intake, handling, security and processing of cash receipts from users of the recreation areas when required;
- Assist with the delivery and evaluation of the recreation programs and services offered by the UTRCA;
- Assist with maintaining safety systems and procedures relating to all dimensions of recreation areas activities and operation.

**What You Will Bring**:

- Minimum grade 12 education, or equivalent is required;
- Working toward a College Diploma or equivalent from a recognized postsecondary institution in Parks, Recreation, Trades, Law Enforcement or another related field would be considered an asset;
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License and valid CPR/First Aid Certificate;
- A satisfactory police check is required;
- Working experience in Conservation Area maintenance and operations, or in a related environment is preferred;
- Experience in equipment operation including trucks, tractors, riding mowers, grass trimmers, hand tools is preferred;
- Familiarity with the Conservation Authorities Act and applicable regulations;
- Familiarity with drinking water systems and applicable regulations would be an asset with the ability to be trained to operate Conservation Areas drinking water systems;
- Knowledge and comfort working with computers and online reservation systems;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability and desire to assist other staff when required to do so in other work areas of the conservation area;
- Ability to work varied shifts, including include days, afternoons, nights, and weekends;
- Last, but certainly not least, passion, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.

**What We Will Do for You**:

- Provide a great salary: $20.70 to $25.36 per hour, plus 4% in vacation pay;
- Provide a professional, safe, and fun working environment. You’ll get to work outside and enjoy all that spring and summer have to offer, alongside great people and co-workers;

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