Labourer - Park Landscape Operations

Overview

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Temporary Full-Time

Scope

Do you enjoy working outdoors and serving the community? Are you looking to build your knowledge, skills, and experience in horticulture and grounds maintenance? The City of Surreys Park Landscape Operations section offers exciting opportunities and challenges in a dynamic, energetic environment. We are currently seeking temporary full-time skilled workers for spring and summer employment.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will perform general labour duties, including manual and semi-skilled tasks that require considerable physical effort, as well as a variety of landscape maintenance jobs. You will work in teams to maintain gardens, medians, open-space turf areas, and outdoor spaces around public buildings, where strong public relations and interpersonal skills are essential. As a Parks Labourer, you will work alongside experienced Park Landscape Operations staff to carry out general landscape maintenance throughout Surrey, using appropriate tools and equipment to complete tasks that require significant physical effort.

Responsibilities will include :

• Mowing grass
• Performing maintenance tasks, including weeding and pruning in various horticultural areas
• Carrying out general park upkeep
• Demonstrating safe work practices
• Performing other related duties as required

Qualifications

Other Information

Number of Job Openings : 20

Pay Grade : Schedule C

Hourly Rate : 29.89

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until filled.