Temporary Seasonal Labourer - Oshawa, Canada - City of Oshawa

City of Oshawa

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Oshawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the _
_City of Oshawa__ is one of Canada's fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest.

Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.

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Posting Number:004617

Job Title:
Temporary Seasonal Labourer - Parks

City:
Oshawa
Province:Ontario

Employment Group:
CUPE 250
Wage Rate:01-$ $31.30
Standard Weekly
Hours of
Work
:40.00 Shift Work Required**:Yes

Posting End Date:2024/04/19 by 4:30pm

Reporting to the Parks Services Manager, and under the general direction of the Supervisor, Parks Operations and/or designate, perform various labouring duties in Parks Services, Community Services Department.

Responsibilities:

Perform various labouring activities which may include the following assignments (this is not an exhaustive list):

Manual cutting and trimming of grass
Operation and maintenance of grass cutting tractor/mowers
General park cleanup, including litter pickup and removal, raking, loading and removal of leaves
Lining ball diamonds, soccer pitches, football fields and installing bases and home plates
Assisting in landscape projects, including carpentry, stone, masonry, irrigation, fence construction and repair
Perform building maintenance functions including sweeping, polishing, washing and general repairs such as painting, carpentry, plumbing etc.
Complete appropriate work records and related paper work such as time sheets, work orders and event/activity schedules
Notify supervisor of maintenance requirements and vandalism
Work in accordance with the City of Oshawa's Safe Work Standards and the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act
Maintain good public relations
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

Good communication skills and ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Able to complete forms and records relevant to the job
Good interpersonal skills; common sense and courtesy to deal with the general public and to discuss routine information with colleagues
Physically fit and able to perform strenuous work such as climbing, lifting and moving heavy items (80 lbs./approx. 36 kgs.), involving considerable effort, and capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner
Willing and capable of training on required equipment (i.e. Grass mowers/trimmers/tractors) specific to Parks Services
Able to work weekends and holidays as required due to the nature of operations
Possession and maintenance of a valid Ontario Driver's Licence, minimum Class "G", in good standing and must be willing and capable of obtaining, within the probationary period, a valid Ontario Class "DZ" Driver's Licence and the ability to pass the City's tests for motor vehicle operation is also a requirement
The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day. _
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