Regional District of Central Okanagan
Location
Kelowna, BC | Canada
Job description
Do you have a general understanding of park and landscape maintenance techniques? Do you have strong time management, organizational and interpersonal skills? If so, we want you on our Parks Services Team!
As the successful candidate as Parks Labourer (Relief), you will be responsible for setting the level of service for the general public by assisting to provide a safe, clean park area for recreation and leisure enjoyment of the public. This position will have primary interaction with the public and requires a friendly, helpful demeanour coupled with an interest in working in a parks environment. You will:
To be successful in this role, you must have completed grade 12 (or equivalent), have a valid BC Driver's Licence and a good understanding of park and landscape maintenance techniques. You must have sufficient physical strength and stamina to do manual outdoor work in all types of weather and be comfortable working by yourself at times. This position requires experience using small tools and equipment safely, understanding facility and infrastructure maintenance, cleaning, construction techniques, and safe operation of ATV's, lawn equipment and tractors. You must be organized, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be a team player.
There are two relief positions available that will provide support to the Parks department on an on-call as needed basis. One position will work out of our Central Zone and one position will work out of our West Zone with hours from 6:30am to 3:00pm. The position pays $26.35 per hour.
View the full job description and apply at rdco.com/jobs. If you wish to apply in person, please bring a resume to 1450 KLO Road and a member of our team would be happy to chat with you! This position will close on Sunday, March 3, 2023.
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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$26.35 per hour
