Position Summary
Reporting to the Parks Foreperson, the Seasonal Labourer – Parks will assist with the scheduled maintenance of parks and open spaces. This includes grounds maintenance and winter control, inspection and repair of municipal infrastructure.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Work within a crew to maintain various parks and municipal properties
Investigate, assist and/or take corrective action for enquiries from the public, reporting issues to the Foreperson
Perform duties in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and City policies, procedures and practices.
Able to work various shifts including days, statutory holidays, evenings and weekends
Available to work standby
Other duties as assigned
Duties and Responsibilities Cont’d (if applicable)
Education and Experience
High School Diploma
Post-secondary education in parks operations, horticulture, arboriculture, or related fields is an asset
Standard First Aid and CPR certification
Required Skills/Knowledge
Experience in horticulture or grounds maintenance including winter maintenance
Experience in the operation of various grounds maintenance equipment used in parks or landscaping e.g. cord trimmers, mowers, tractors and trucks is an asset
Sound knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment application for several functional areas of parks maintenance work
Exercise some independent judgment and initiative
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Can effectively work under pressure and handle difficult customer situations
Physically able and competent to perform the physical demands of this position under adverse weather and site conditions
Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License in good standing and must provide a satisfactory current Drivers Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO)
Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
Leadership Competencies
Demonstrates personal leadership
Builds people and culture
Cultivates open communication
Shapes the future
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘View Jobs for Current Employees’ link on the City’s Careers Page.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
Please note, to be considered for a career opportunity at the City of Richmond Hill you must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada (or the World Health Organization). You may also be required to receive any COVID-19 boosters recommended by public health authorities. The City of Richmond Hill will consider cases requiring accommodation as stipulated by relevant employment standards legislation or regulation and/or the Ontario Human Rights Code.
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