Student Attendant - Oshawa, Canada - City of Oshawa

City of Oshawa

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Oshawa, Canada

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Description

Job Snapshot:

Employee Type:

Temporary Full-Time
Location:Oshawa
Job Type:
Government
Experience:
Not Specified
Date Posted:
16/2/2023
City of Oshawa, located just a short 30
minute drive from Toronto, is a progressive city of 172,000 people and is the economic engine of the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Our strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co
operative partnerships have enhanced our quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to fiscal restraint._

Posting Number: 004119

Job Title:
Student Attendant - Outdoor Pools (May - September)

Eligible for Hybrid Work:
No
City: Oshawa
Province:Ontario

Employment Group:
CUPE 250
Wage Rate:S02-$ $21.21
Standard Weekly
Hours of
Work
: 40.00 Shift Work Required**:Yes

Posting End Date: 2023/02/28 by 4:30pm

To be eligible for a summer student position with the City of Oshawa you must be currently enrolled in fulltime studies at a community college or university and be returning to fulltime studies in the fall. Documentation from the school must be provided indicating your intention to return to school at the end of the summer break in the current year. If this documentation is not received, you will be disqualified from the student employment program and will not be considered for future student employment opportunities._

Students are an important component of the Community and Operations Services Departments workforce and are key to the successful delivery of our programs.

Students must commit to a full term of employment from May - September 2023.

This position will require a Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check, as a condition of employment.

Under the direction of the Manager, Facilities Operations and/or designate, assist in maintaining pool water/filtration and building mechanical systems, monitor/maintain outdoor splash pads and perform general custodial duties and program requirements as assigned, in the operation and maintenance of assigned facility.

Summary of Duties:

Perform various activities, some of which may include (this is not an exhaustive list):

Monitor pool water conditions, filtration systems and building mechanical systems
Pool/splash pad maintenance such as vacuuming and backwashing the pool, washing the deck, monitoring, maintain and recording the condition of pool equipment and water chemistry
Maintain washrooms, change/dressing rooms and associated area in a sanitary condition
Perform general caretaking duties in the overall facility such as cleaning floors, wet mopping, operating power cleaning equipment, etc.
Perform building maintenance functions including sweeping, polishing, washing and general repairs such as painting, carpentry, plumbing etc.
Take initiative to correct maintenance or risk management concerns and/or notify supervisor and other staff where appropriate
Work in accordance with the City of Oshawa's Safe Work Standards and the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act
Maintain appropriate work records
Ensure that facility users act in an orderly fashion, reporting problems to the supervisor
Respond to routine inquiries related to the use of the facility
Maintain good public relations with customers, user groups and colleagues
Drive to offsite locations to pick up supplies, electrical and/or mechanical parts on routine as well as emergency basis
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

Certified Pool Operator's Certificate (CPO) or have completed ORFA Aquatics Essentials of Swimming Pool Operations or equivalent required
Demonstrated experience using major cleaning equipment, methods and materials
Demonstrated knowledge of pool/spa (hot tub) maintenance principles and physical plant maintenance, demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Basic reading, writing and oral English skills. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions concerning routine or unique work assignments. Able to complete forms and records relevant to the job
Basic computer skills to perform the duties of the job (communication and operations)
Good interpersonal skills; common sense and courtesy to deal with the general public and to communicate with colleagues
Physically fit and able to perform strenuous work such as climbing, lifting and moving heavy items (50 lbs./approx. 23 kgs.), involving considerable effort, and capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner
Able to work alone or with mínimal supervision; personal qualities of reliability and cooperation. Sound judgement and initiative. Able to work overtime on short notice
Able to work evening/weekend shifts 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 able to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation