Operations Worker Ii - Vancouver, Canada - The City of Vancouver
Description
Requisition ID:38085
Company
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation.
Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world.
Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.
Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.Main Purpose and Function
Under direct supervision, the Operations Worker II is responsible for a variety of tasks, which can include heavy physical effort and agility and the use of hand and/or motorized tools used for general horticulture maintenance, brushing for restoration projects, and trail maintenance.
- Commercial Driver's Abstract for the past 5 years
- Insurance & Claims History for the past 3 years
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
The Operations Worker II's may be responsible for a variety of park operations tasks including digging, planting, weeding, raking and edging flowerbeds, sweeping and clearing pathways, cutting grass, operating mowers, using line trimmers and general turf care equipment, collecting and removing litter, as well as other duties as required.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Up to completion of high school and some work experience in basic labour; horticulture training or experience an asset.
- Class 5 or higher Drivers License for the Province of British Columbia.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of safe work procedures
- Sound knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the work.
- Some knowledge of construction and landscape maintenance tasks.
- Some knowledge of the functions of the branch concerned and the establish practices in carrying out the work.
- Ability to exercise some independence of judgement and action in the routine or simple aspects of the work.
- Ability to courteously answer questions and deal with the public.
- Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment
- Skill in the use a variety of tools related to landscape maintenance.
- Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to permit the performance of heavy manual outdoor work in all weather.
Driver's License:
- A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
- 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
- 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
The City's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time.
However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.
Business Unit/Department:
Board of Parks & Recreation (1400)
Affiliation:
CUPE 1004 Parks
Employment Type:
Temporary Full Time
Position Start Date:
April, 2023
Position End Date:
August, 2023
Salary Information:
Pay Grade GR-310: $30.42 per hour
Application Close:
Open Until Filled
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