The Opportunity

Working under the supervision of both the Parks & Facilities Manager and Operations Supervisor. The Temporary Labourer is a team player who is responsible for supporting the Parks & Facilities Department with the provision of safe facilities and spaces through the ongoing maintenance, construction, and upkeep of Town owned properties. They shall possess a friendly, professional and knowledgeable demeanor with the ability to uphold a high level of performance while interacting with employees, residents, contractors, suppliers and all members of the public.

Key Responsibilities:

· Maintaining, repairing and inspecting parks, facilities, trails, fields, and all other municipal properties.

· Participate in building maintenance.

· Planning daily assignments and collaborating with Supervisors as required.

· Supervising summer students may be required.

· Follow all safety protocols as identified in the town's safety manual, including reporting any safety concerns to management.

· Attend work on a scheduled and regular basis.

· Perform other labour duties as designated by management necessary to the operation of the department.

Essential Qualifications:

· Completion of Grade 12 education and/or equivalent.

· Valid Class 5 driver's license or higher and a clean driving record.

· Current First Aid/CPR and WHMIS Training considered to be an asset.

· Ability to operate small equipment including mowers, skid steers and asset.

· Understand the critical customer service role of municipal employees

· Ability to work independently; be innovative, resourceful and accountable.

· Proven ability to deal cooperatively, efficiently and effectively in providing quality customer service to both internal and external customers, the public and other agencies.

Working Conditions:

· Regular 80 hours bi-weekly.

· Work primarily outdoors.

· May perform work in adverse weather conditions including heat, cold and inclement weather.

· Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

· Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.

· Days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime; subject to change due to operational requirements.

· Ability to do physically demanding tasks.

· Interacts with employees, residents, contractors, suppliers and all members of the public.

Applications

Applications will only be accepted through our online application system until Sunday June 22nd, at 5:30PM. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Quispamsis

Competition number: 2025-14