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Park and Sports Field Operators (5) (SS.25.21) Repost

Norfolk County

York

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Park and Sports Field Operator to maintain and enhance community sports and recreational facilities. This role involves ensuring safe and playable surfaces for various sports, maintaining parks and trails, and providing exceptional customer service to the public. The ideal candidate will have a background in horticulture or environmental studies and be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions. Join a dynamic team committed to enhancing community engagement and safety while enjoying the great outdoors. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about maintaining green spaces and supporting community activities.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled or graduated in a relevant program such as Horticulture or Landscape.
  • Ability to work in a team and follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain sports fields, parks, and beach facilities with attention to detail.
  • Provide exceptional customer service and foster public relations.

Skills

Teamwork
Customer Service
Time Management
Communication Skills
Ability to Work Outdoors
Safety Equipment Handling

Education

Horticultural Technician
Landscape Technician
Environmental Technician
Turf Management
Agriculture
General Carpentry
Recreation and Leisure

Tools

Grass Maintenance Equipment
Tractors
Front-end Loaders
Water Tanks
Basic Carpentry Tools

Job description

Position Description:

The successful incumbent will:

  • Sports Fields: Maintain and perform all official sports field dimensions for baseball diamonds, soccer pitches, bowling green etc., as well as proper lining and grooming procedures and requirements for safe playable surfaces; maintain and clean outdoor sports facilities including players’ benches, backstops, fence lines and under bleachers while being attentive of scheduled tournaments and fulfilling requirements for set-up; carry out assigned tasks with minimal disruption to play.
  • Parks/Trails/Beach: splash pad maintenance and recording daily maintenance; litter pick up and trash removal; washroom maintenance; grass maintenance equipment maintenance and servicing; playground maintenance; set up/take down of the required equipment and items needed for special events; repairs to benches, fences, bleachers, grass cutting, weed eating, pruning shrubs/trees, maintain garden beds; trail grooming; shoreline clean up.
  • Pool Facility: assist with inspecting and monitoring outdoor pool equipment; assist in maintaining pool by cleaning, painting, vacuuming, shocking and chlorinating.
  • Facility Maintenance: graffiti removal from buildings and structures; cleaning, painting, basic carpentry and plumbing repairs; monitor and record building systems (HVAC, security, fire systems); stripping/waxing floors.
  • Foster productive public relations and engagement as a community interface, while providing exceptional customer service.
  • Safe and efficient operation, care and maintenance of tools, equipment and vehicles (i.e. grass maintenance equipment, tractors, trucks, front-end loaders, water tanks and small equipment including all auxiliary attachments).
  • Perform daily circle checks on all equipment and reporting defects to the immediate supervisor.
  • Maintain daily written records of work-related activities.
  • Laboring duties include climbing, lifting, balancing, kneeling, stooping, walking, handling materials to assist in the maintenance of Norfolk County facilities and infrastructure. You will be required to work in an outdoor environment.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled or recently graduated in a University or College program in Horticultural Technician, Landscape Technician, Environmental Technician, Turf Management, Agriculture, General Carpentry or Rec and Leisure (or related field).
  • Ability to work in a team environment, accept and follow verbal and written instructions, complete duties to an acceptable level of quantity and quality with minimal supervision and follow all of Norfolk County Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
  • Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively.
  • Good time management, interpersonal and communication skills. Must be motivated, hardworking individual able to work outside in all weather (hot, dusty, cold and wet).
  • Ability to safely operate various tools and equipment related to general maintenance.
  • Must have green patch CSA approved safety boots, 6” – 8” to cover ankle, suede or leather.
  • Must have Class G2 Driver’s License.

Note:

Must be willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays.

Employment is conditional upon: attendance at all training sessions, submission of required documentation/certification, adherence to the minimum age requirements and ability to meet the employment term.

At time of application must be enrolled in a post-secondary education institution or institution of higher learning.

Applicants must submit a criminal record check (dated within the last 3 months) from their local police service for approval prior to commencing employment.

Posting #: SS.25.21 Repost

Position: Park and Sports Field Operators (1 Position)

Division: Operations

Department: Parks

Rate: $18.06 per hour

Location: Langton, ON

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, evenings and weekends as needed)

Posting Period: April 10, 2025 - April 24, 2025

Duration: The duration of this contract will be approximately 4 months. Applicants are expected to fulfill the entire contract period commencing April 30, 2025 until August 29, 2025.

How to Apply:

  • Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf.
  • If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be sent as 1 file.

Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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