Labourer 3 - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia
Description
Staff - UnionJob Category
CUPE 116
Job Profile
CUPE 116 Hourly - Labourer 3
Job Title
Labourer - Sessional
Department
Groundskeepers | Athletics and Recreation
Compensation Range
$ $28.03 CAD Hourly
Posting End Date
February 27, 2023
Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.
Job End Date
Nov 3, 2023
Job Summary
The Labourer 3 is responsible for the maintenance of all hard/soft outdoor surfaces and fields of play for the Department of Athletics and Recreation at the University of British Columbia Point Grey Campus.
Organizational Status
Athletics & Recreation (A&R) is a department within the VP Students portfolio, with a strong focus on creating an exceptional UBC experience.
It services over 60,000 students through recreational programming, 26 varsity teams, 13 competitive club teams, along with thousands of members of the UBC community.
This role will support the Athletics Head Groundskeeper in maintaining the Thunderbird Park and Thunderbird Stadium synthetic and natural grass fields.
Work Performed- Mows lawn and field areas using both a walk mower and a riding mower- Removes leaves and other debris from fields, walkways and perimeter landscape- Prepares soil with standard tools and equipment such as rakes, shovels, hoes, pitch and digging forks, rototillers, etc.- Puts plants, trees and bushes in designated locations- Performs lawn installation, including moving, putting down turf and distributing seed- Waters and distributes fertilizers to plants, trees, bushes, lawns, sports fields, gardens etc.- Moves rocks, gravel and mulch to install and repair pathways and other related garden structures- Cuts and bucks plants, small tree branches using pruners, line/brush trimmers and operates brush chipper for mulching- Moves soil, mulch, plants, unwanted plant material and debris, fertilizers, supplies, tools, equipment and other materials to storage or various locations- Operates standard power equipment, such as walk behind mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and lawn edgers to perform soft/hard landscape activities- May be required to drive a truck and use specialty equipment, such as large chain saws, forklift, high lift and other equipment needed for specialized tasks- Carries out routine minor maintenance on small equipment and reports faulty equipment to the appropriate staff.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The position will be under the direct supervision of the Head Groundsperson and failure to follow directions or make inappropriate decisions may result in unsafe playing conditions, service delays and/or increased costs.
Works under general supervision from the Head Groundsperson and from written or oral instructions, blue prints, drawings and work orders.
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Qualifications:
- Secondary school education and/or completion of high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Experience working with gardening tools and equipment.
- Experience operating riding mowers, bobcats and/or tractors with attachments including but not limited to aerator, top dresser and overseeder.
- Ability to lift/move 50 lbs.
- Ability to follow policies, procedures, and instructions. Works efficiently, always meets deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships.
- Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner.
- Experience maintaining sport fields (grass and/or synthetic turf) an asset.
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