Position Overview :
The City of Kitchener is hiring summer students toprepare, maintain and ensure our Sportsfields are ready for use.
Responsibilities :
- Marks lines on ball diamonds and other sports fields using line marking equipment (chalk or paint).
- Grooms ball diamond infields; back drags infields using small tractor.
- Provides evening and weekend support; locks buildings, opens / closes restrooms.
- Collects and removes debris at various locations around the city, empty garbage receptacles.
- Operates grass cutting equipment (push mower, small tractor with attachment), leaf blower, and gas-powered line trimmer.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
NOTE :
Initial selection for available positions will be for applications received prior to February 18, 2024. Applications received after this date will be kept in an application pool in case of future opportunities.
Requirements :
- Valid MTO G2 class driver's license in good standing and must be able to provide Drivers Abstract at your own expense as a condition of employment.
- Preference will be given to candidates holding a valid MTO G class license.
- Minimum educational equivalent to partial secondary school education.
- Up to 1 month of related experience.
- Ability to work in a team environment and have a willingness to accept directions.
- Ability to perform physical labour.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Must be reliable with a good attitude and employment record.
The City of Kitchener is committed to an equity-driven, inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and to ensuring our workforce reflects the full diversity of the community we serve.
We welcome applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ persons, as well as other equity deserving groups.
We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
Please contact Human Resources at
Department
Infrastructure Services
Division
Parks and Cemeteries
Union Affiliation
Non-Union / Management
Number of Positions
Hours of Work
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location
Initial Location
Kitchener Operations Facility
City
Kitchener
Compensation
Salary Range
$19.95 - $20.65 Hourly
Grade / Band