Parks Maintenance Worker

6 days ago

Port Coquitlam, Canada City of Port Coquitlam Full time

Job ID:

- J0125-1204
- Position Number:

- 25-026c
- Job Title:

- 25-026c - Parks Maintenance Worker (Casual)
- Job Type:

- Casual
- Job Category:

- Parks
- Open Positions:

- 4
- Department:

- Engineering & Public Works
- Division:

- Public Works
- Employee Group:

- 0
- Date Posted:

- January 24, 2025
- Closing Date:

- February 6, 2025
- Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam_
- Affectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve._

This is semi-skilled parks maintenance work that provides general labouring duties in the maintenance of parks systems, facilities, buildings and grounds. The work involves physical effort and agility of a repetitive nature. The incumbent exercises some independence of action and judgement in day-to-day functions and refers unusual problems or policy matters to their supervisor. This position operates under the direction of a supervisor who checks work upon completion for quality and adherence to established work standards. Instruction is given through oral and written means.

**Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to**:

- Performs a diverse range of labour related duties including grass cutting,, raking, pruning, watering, fertilizing, edging, assists in landscaping tasks including planting of trees, flowers and shrubs in general parks, trails, cemetery, sport field facilities and streetscapes
- Performs litter and garbage collection within parks, trails, sport fields, established pedestrian routes, bus stops and other areas as assigned
- Performs custodial, cleaning and minor maintenance duties in parks buildings. Inspects for vandalism and provides documentation of incidents as well as completes or assist in repairs
- Performs graffiti inspections and removals within parks and other assigned areas. Assists in cemetery interring operations
- Operates a range of park-related light duty equipment and/or fleet vehicles
- Assists tradespersons and other positions related to the work
- As required, provides basic work directions to less experienced workers engaged in a variety of parks related activities
- Prepares and maintains routine work records related to the work
- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by the completion of a certificate program in horticulture, parks maintenance and or Turf Maintenance from a recognized educational institution, plus some related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia - Class 5

**Why should you consider working for us?**
- An hourly starting wage of $35.78 (2025 rate of pay), plus 12% in lieu of vacation and statutory holiday pay
- We take our work seriously but not ourselves
- We have a positive attitude about the work we perform
- We care deeply about our community
- Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
- We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
- We are a living wage employer

**The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.**

**To be considered for this position, all certifications and licenses need to be uploaded with your resume and cover letter.**

**The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.**
- Are you interested in this job?

  • Park Maintenance Group Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Port Burwell, Canada Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Full time

    **Park Maintenance Group Leader**: **Job ID**: - 235344 **Posting status**: - Open **Organization**: - Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks **Division**: - Ontario Parks - Port Burwell Provincial Park **City**: - Port Burwell **Position(s) language**: - English **Job term**: - 1 Temporary Seasonal annually recurring contract for...

  • Building Maintenance Worker

    3 days ago

    Port Coquitlam, Canada City of Port Coquitlam Full time

    Job ID: - J0225-1203 - Position Number: - 25-038c - Job Title: - 25-038c - Building Maintenance Worker (Casual) - Job Type: - Casual - Job Category: - Recreation - Open Positions: - 3 - Department: - Recreation - Division: - Facility Services - Employee Group: - 0 - Date Posted: - February 25, 2025 - Closing Date: - March 10, 2025 - Find out why...

  • Manufacturing Maintenance Worker

    23 hours ago

    Port Coquitlam, Canada Nutri-Nation Functional Foods Inc. Full time

    **About Us**: We are fortunate to share a unique environment here at Nutri-Nation with a dedicated, highly skilled workforce that has a proven foundation built on mutual respect. We have always valued our employees as our most important resource. Our team is dynamic and enthusiastic, and we know you will enjoy growing with us. Nutri-Nation Functional Foods...

  • Highway Maintenance Worker/ General Labourer

    22 hours ago

    Port Kells, Canada Mainroad Fraser Maintenance LP Full time

    Mainroad Fraser Maintenance is adding a Highway Maintenance Worker/ General Labourer to the team! This is a full-time position based out of our Port Kells Yard in Langley, BC. **This position is will be 4 on, 3 off (10 hour shifts).** Mainroad Fraser Maintenance provides operations, maintenance, and rehabilitation services for the South Fraser Perimeter...

  • Pool Maintenance Worker

    3 days ago

    Port Coquitlam, Canada City of Port Coquitlam Full time

    Job ID: - J0225-1202 - Position Number: - 25-037c - Job Title: - 25-037c - Pool Maintenance Worker (Casual) - Job Type: - Casual - Job Category: - Facility Services - Open Positions: - 4 - Department: - Recreation - Division: - Facility Services - Employee Group: - 0 - Date Posted: - February 25, 2025 - Closing Date: - December 31, 2025 - Find out...

  • Parks Maintenance Assistant

    1 week ago

    Port Moody, Canada City of Port Moody Full time

    **Parks Maintenance Assistant**: **Job order - **J0524-1400 - Regular Full-Time** **Title **Parks Maintenance Assistant **Category **Parks **City **Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada **Job Description **Parks Maintenance Assistant The Parks Maintenance Assistant is part of the team responsible for the maintenance of sports fields, irrigation systems,...

  • Highway Maintenance Worker/ General Labourer

    5 days ago

    Port Kells, Canada Mainroad Fraser Maintenance LP Full time

    **Mainroad Fraser Maintenance is adding an Highway Maintenance Worker/ General Labourer to the team! This is a full-time night shift position based out of our Port Kells Yard in Langley, BC.** - *Please note for training purposes this position will be on day shift to begin until training is successfully completed._ Mainroad Fraser Maintenance provides...

  • Maintenance Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Coquitlam, Canada BC Housing Full time

    **Position Summary**: **MAINTENANCE WORKER (3 POSITIONS)** **Job ID: 4429** **REGULAR FULL-TIME** **Location: COQUITLAM, BC** - **Join one of BC’s Top Employers!**: - **Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!** **BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for...

  • Maintenance Worker

    5 days ago

    Coquitlam, Canada BC Housing Full time

    **Position Summary**: **MAINTENANCE WORKER** **JOB ID: 6094** **REGULAR/FULL-TIME** **LOCATION: COQUITLAM, B.C** - ** Join one of BC’s Top Employers!**: - ** Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!** **BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an...

  • Maintenance Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Coquitlam, Canada City of Coquitlam Full time

    Regular Full-Time - Up to 2 Positions MAINTENANCE WORKER - UTILITIES (SEWER/DRAINAGE) Regular Full-Time - Up to 5 Positions 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...