New Job Trades Groundskeeper In British Columbia

Competition #23/30

Internal/External Posting

Closing date: February 16, 2023

Trades Groundskeeper (Continuous)

Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department

POSITION FUNCTION

Coordinate and participate in turf and grounds maintenance at a trades level.

KEY DUTIES

Participate in the renovation and maintenance of parks, sports fields, boulevards, Cemetery and grounds within the City; operate a vehicle to transport equipment and materials; operate a tractor with related attachments for turf maintenance and renovation; assist with the installation and maintenance of automatic watering and drainage systems.

Analyse and make recommendations regarding the general maintenance of parks grounds such as seeding and planting, irrigating, fertilizing; operate various hand tools and power equipment such as shovels, and line trimmer, roto-tiller, electric shears, riding mowers, chainsaws, ditch-witch and turf-cutters.

Determine materials and equipment as required; operate a variety of vehicles as required; perform equipment maintenance; report repairs required and damage to equipment to supervisor and mechanic shop; maintain fuel and equipment supply for staff at various work sites.

Provide work direction and instruction to other staff as required; complete daily and seasonal work records and equipment slips; respond to enquiries from the public, staff and outside agencies regarding general parks information.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is performed according to seasonal schedule and is reviewed while in progress.

Issues such as schedule changes are discussed with supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Lift and use of heavy material and equipment. (often)

Mental Effort:

Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Normal.

Work Environment:

Work outside in all weather conditions. (frequent)

Exposure to equipment noise. (often)

Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (occasional)

Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to chemicals and fertilizers. (occasional)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Organize and prioritize work.

Direct the work of assistants.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Work safely on job sites.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

High school Graduation.

Completion of 2 year Turf Diploma or completion of 4-year BC Trades Qualification in landscape horticulture.

Certified Irrigation Technician Levels 1 and 2 (Landscape) (24 hours)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

Experience:

1 year of related experience at the trades level.

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm, 40 hour work week

$38.37 per hour, Pay Grade 10 (Under Review)

Job Code #641

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

To apply for this opportunity you will need to create an online profile or log back in to our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submission will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications and supporting materials as outlined in your resume.

At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

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