Parks Inspector

**Job Description**:
INTERNAL JOB POSTING NOTICE

Open to all CUPE Collective Bargaining Members ONLY

(Professional and Technical, Outside and Office, Temporary and Transit Units)

Please note: Bargaining Unit members are considered in the order described in the appropriate collective agreement provision.

POSTING DATE:

- April 24, 2025
- POSTING NUMBER:

- 106722
- POSITION:

- PARKS INSPECTOR
- JOB CODE:

- SCS413
- DEPARTMENT:

- COMMUNITY SERVICES
- DIVISION:

- PARKS MAINTENANCE & FORESTRY
- SALARY:

- $34.82 PER HOUR SUBJECT TO PROVISIONS OF C.U.P.E. #831 OUTSIDE UNIT, OUTSIDE AND OFFICE COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT
- JOB GRADE:

- 13
- HOURS OF WORK:

- 40-HOUR WORKWEEK
- LOCATION:

- IN PERSON

**POSITION DUTIES**:
Reporting to the Foreperson, Field Rec & Special Projects, conduct inspections related to playgrounds, pathways, safety stations, storm water management ponds and other parks assets. Direct and act as reference for technical information to full-time, temporary and part-time staff in the maintenance operations of playgrounds, pathways, safety stations, storm water management ponds and other parks assets.
- Conducts visual inspections of complete playground areas in accordance with CAN/CSA-Z614-14.
- Inspects watercourses, safety stations and storm water management ponds for proper equipment, signage, and hazardous conditions.
- Inspects pathways/walkways, bridges for safety related repairs and vegetation encroachments.
- Inspects parkland/sports lighting, site furniture and equipment (i.e. backstops) for the purpose of asset management and implementation of immediate safety related repairs.
- Updates inspection sheets on a daily basis recording all inspection and maintenance items performed and also completes monthly detail reports on all playground areas, and regular recording of inspections and maintenance items performed on pathways, safety stations, storm water management ponds and other parks assets.
- Conducts yearly comprehensive written reports on all structural components of playground areas in regards to their soundness, stability, and safety features in accordance with CAN/CSA-Z614-14.
- Meets with forepersons, supervisors, other city staff and contractors to discuss daily, weekly and long term goals regarding playgrounds, watercourses, storm water management ponds, pathways/walkways, contract supervision, other parks assets and asset management programs.
- Responds to all aspects of public and internal concerns with regards to safety, liability, maintenance and equipment requirements of playgrounds, pathways, safety stations, and storm water management ponds and other parks assets.
- Assists with playground and pathway new/replacement programs by meeting with PD&D, Works and Transportation personnel and outside consultants at various City facilities and on site.
- Performs minor and major condition audits on parkland assets for life cycle tracking and budget submissions, including but not limited to, playgrounds, pathways, lighting, signage, fencing and other parks assets.
- Directs and supervises contractors to ensure compliance with Corporate policies, procedures, CAN/CSA and contract specifications in regards to playground and pathway installations/repairs and contract services.
- Use information gathered through yearly comprehensive reports to establish lifecycle thresholds and prioritize playground, pathway and other parks assets for replacement programs.
- Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:
**EDUCATION**:

- High School (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of one year or less with in Humber College Horticulture Sciences 104, 105, 106 and 107, University of Guelph Horticulturalist Certificate or equivalent, formally known as Horticulture Science (1, 2, 3 and Certificate and current O.P.A. Playground Practitioner Certificate I, II, III or C.P.S.I. certification.

**EXPERIENCE**:

- Over two (2) years, up to and including four (4) years of experience.

**REQUIRED LICENCE CERTIFICATION**:

- Valid non-probationary Ontario class G driver’s licence.

**OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS**:

- Knowledge of CAN-CSA Z614-14, Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS regulations, WSIB Regulations, MTO Highway Traffic Act, MTO Road Signal Procedures, Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code and Bill C-45.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Should you not meet the key educational qualifications for the position you are interested in but have extensive direct related work experience, please complete the Request For Education Equivalency Form.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated