Parks Operations Student

2 weeks ago


Kelowna, Canada Regional District Of Central Okanagan Full time

Are you a self starter who enjoys working outdoors and has a passion for helping your community enjoy safe, clean and green parks? If so, we want you on our Parks Services team

We are currently recruiting for 5 Parks Operations Students. As the successful candidates, you will assist Parks Services staff in all aspects of park operational and facility maintenance duties. You must have the ability to work in a team environment as well as periodically with minimal supervision while being self-motivated. You will be in frequent contact with the public and as such excellent communication skills are important.

Your will:

  1. Conduct routine park operation and facility maintenance duties.
  2. Conduct daily park, trail, and facility maintenance requiring specific skills in:
    • Arboriculture related park operations activities.
    • Horticulture related park operations activities.
    • Irrigation system operation and maintenance.
    • Construction of relevant park landscape structures.
  3. Assist in implementation of small scale park capital development projects.
  4. Contribute to ensuring park safety by obtaining a good working knowledge of RDCO Parks Bylaws and jointly with functional and direct supervisors, advise the public of bylaw and safety requirements when appropriate.
  5. Promote public and staff safety in compliance with the Regional District Regulatory Bylaws as well as the RDCO Occupational Health and Safety Policy.
  6. Assist and participate in the implementation of the Regional Park Risk Management program.
  7. Positively and diplomatically respond to public inquiries and concerns related to RDCO Parks Services.
  8. Other duties as assigned.

Employment as a Parks Operations Summer Student will require vigorous work in all kinds of weather and requires that you possess a valid BC Driver's Licence with record of safe driving. You will be currently enrolled and returning to post-secondary education in programs related to sustainable resources, arboriculture, horticulture, fish, wildlife and recreation, natural resources, biology, or environmental sciences in the Fall of 2024.

The positions will commence May 7, 2024, and conclude August 16, 2024 and the hours of work will be 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. Work shifts will either be Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday. We offer a wage of $20.80 per hour plus 4% in lieu.

View the full job description and apply at rdco/jobs. This position will remain open until filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest - only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is an employer of choice made up of a dedicated team of people who care about the community we serve. We are located in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. The appeal of Okanagan Lake and the natural beauty of the surroundings continue to draw people to the valley. Our lifestyle is second to none especially for those who live to enjoy the outdoors.


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