Parks Labourer Seasonal

Do you have a general understanding of park and landscape maintenance techniques? Do you have strong time management, organizational and public relation skills? If so, we want you on our Parks Services Team!

As the successful candidate as Parks Labourer (Seasonal), you will be responsible for setting the level of service for the general public by assisting to provide a safe, clean park area for recreation and leisure enjoyment of the public. This position will have primary interaction with the public and requires a friendly, helpful demeanour coupled with an interest in working in a parks environment in order to assist in achieving the departmental strategic goals.

You Will

• Daily general park maintenance duties such as:
• Collecting garbage, recycling and litter.
• Cleaning washrooms, facilities and infrastructure.
• Daily visual playground inspections.
• Minor facility and infrastructure maintenance.
• Completing inspection and maintenance reports.
• Providing information and assistance to the public.
• Assist with:
• On-going trail maintenance and construction.
• Natural area management.
• In-house constructed capital projects.
• Horticultural activities.
• Facility and amenity maintenance.
• General park operation tasks.
• Delivery of the risk management program.
• Contributes to the overall strategic delivery of Parks Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you must have completed grade 12 (or equivalent), have a valid BC Driver's Licence and a good understanding of park and landscape maintenance techniques. You must have sufficient physical strength and stamina to do manual outdoor work in all types of weather and be comfortable working at times by yourself. This position requires experience using small tools and equipment safely, understanding facility and infrastructure maintenance, cleaning, construction techniques, and safe operation of ATV's, lawn equipment and tractors. You must be organized, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be a team player.

This is a permanent, seasonal position that runs 33 weeks from March 18, 2025 to November 4, 2025 (with entitlement to recall during the next season for full-time, seasonal staff). This position will be a 40-hour workweek, Sunday to Thursday from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. This position has an hourly wage of $30.38.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan offers a variety of perks from competitive compensation, dental, health and vision benefits, paid vacation, pension plan, training and development, opportunities for advancement, work-life balance, on-site parking, and the opportunity to contribute and make a change within the community.

If you sound like the ideal candidate for this role, view the full job description and apply at rdco.com/jobs. This position will close on Sunday, March 2nd 2025.

About The Regional District Of Central Okanagan

We acknowledge our presence on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land) of the syilx / Okanagan people who have resided here since time immemorial. The RDCO recognizes, honours, and respects the syilx/ Okanagan lands upon which we live, work, and play.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is made up of a dedicated team of people who care about the community we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes benefits, Municipal Pension Plan and professional development. We are located in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. The appeal of Okanagan Lake and the natural beauty of the surroundings continue to draw people to the valley. Our lifestyle is second to none especially for those who live to enjoy the outdoors.