Parks Maintenanceperson

**Posting date**: March 16, 2023

**Job Title**: Parks Maintenanceperson

**Number of Vacancies**:1

**Posting number**: EX23-283

**Status**: Limited Position

**Estimated Probable Duration**:Seven (7) Months (May be Extended)

**Hours of Work**:80 hours bi-weekly

**Shift Work Required**: No

**Rate of Pay**: $29.64 per hour

**Start date**: To follow selection process

**Initial Reporting Location**: Kathleen Depot

**Section**: Parks Services
**Division**: Leisure Services
**Department**: Community Development

**Duties**:Under the supervision of Superintendent of Parks or Designate.

1. Construct and maintain buildings, facilities and properties within Parks and Leisure Services.

2. Act as a general maintenanceperson in performing a variety of duties connected with building maintenance, repair, grounds and construction.

3. Oversee small work crews in the performance of routine duties.

4. Complete basic plumbing.

5. Complete lock or door hardware repairs.

6. Conduct safety inspections including building, fire, playground and other outdoor recreational amenities, and ensure that corrective measures are implemented.

7. Perform the function of Parks Utility person as required.

8. Assist with the delivery and set-up of special events and functions.

9. Repair and maintain building, bridges, partitions, fencing, stairways, walls, counters, fixtures, rink boards, benches, bleachers, playground structures and form/construct concrete structures.

10. Report conditions of Parks and Facilities to Superintendent when damage or vandalism is observed.

11. Assist in the construction of new facilities or modification/repairs to existing structures.

12. Operate power and hand tools.

13. Participate in the maintenance on-call rotation for Parks Services.

14. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.

15. Perform other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Three (3) years experience in parks building and facilities maintenance, including a working knowledge of all tools, equipment and materials used in building and facility maintenance.
- Ability to work without direct supervision on many occasions.
- Ability to read and interpret basic plans and blueprints.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- Provide, at own cost, a Criminal Record Check.
- Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
- May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.

**How to Apply**:
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.