Parks Dept.

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
**Parks Department - Grass Cutting Attendant, contract (Union)**

The Township of Uxbridge is seeking a highly motivated and mature individual to fill our Grass
- Cutting contract Parks Department Attendant, unskilled (Union) position. Working under the
- supervision of the Parks Foreman, the Attendant will be responsible for assisting with the
- maintenance of Township parks, sports fields, and outdoor recreation facilities, performing
- duties related to:
- Grounds upkeep, including weeding, grass cutting and trimming;
- Operation of riding lawnmower;
- Upkeep of parks facilities, including cleaning, opening/closing, and stocking
- public washrooms;- Tree and shrub pruning and wood chipping;
- General maintenance and servicing of equipment, as required;
- Operation of tractors and gas-powered equipment including chainsaws and attachments
- for soccer field maintenance;- Garbage pick-up and removal at Township parks;
- Assisting Parks Foreman with supervision of students;
- Assist with seasonal closing jobs related to sports fields, parks facilities,
- public washrooms, and open play space; and,- Other duties as required.- Minimum completion of Grade 12, additional training/education in playground inspections
- and repair, equipment operation, and sports field maintenance considered an asset;- Have experience in driving a zero-turn lawn mower (an asset);
- Have experience with turf maintenance (an asset);
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions to perform all assigned duties,
- including electronic documentation;- Available to work flexible hours, including weekends, as required;
- Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, staff, suppliers, contractors,
- and other departments and levels of government;- Able to work in an outdoor environment, performing various physical activities,

with the ability to lift at least 50lbs;Hold a valid G2 Class drivers license (at
minimum) and be able to provide a clean driving abstract upon request; and,
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, take

initiative and have good communication skills.

51 Toronto Street South, P.O. Box 190, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1T1

This is a contract union position, rate of pay of $19.00 - $21.00 per hour, 40 hours/week,
starting May 1st 2023, with a completion date of October 27th 2023.

letter addressed to Courtney Clarke, Parks, Trails and Facilities Manager, at
Municipal Offices (51 Toronto St S, Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1T1) in a sealed envelope, no later than
**Monday,** **April 3rd, 2023 at 4:00 p.m**.
- a Health Canada or the World Health Organization approved COVID-19 vaccine series with the final dose at least 14 _
- days prior to your start date. The Township will consider cases requiring accommodation as stipulated by relevant _
- employment standards legislation or regulation and/or the Ontario Human Rights Code. _
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 _
- and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The Township of Uxbridge will provide accommodations throughout _
- the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the _
- OHRC. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information _and_ _
- Protection of Privacy Act. _

51 Toronto Street South, P.O. Box 190, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1T1