Hybrid Parks Operator I na None

About the Role:

To assist with the general horticulture / turf maintenance within the parks operation and to assist in the general upkeep of city-owned sports parks and green space.

What You Will be Doing:

These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution.

• Operate equipment and vehicles to support the maintenance of Municipal parks and green space, sample tasks include but are not limited to:
  • Lawn maintenance activities both around Municipal buildings and open green space.
  • Trim and edge along walkways, trails, flower beds and parking lots.
  • Measure, line and groom sports fields to industry standards.
  • Pick up and transport workers, parts, material, equipment and trailers as required.
• Preventative maintenance on and basic repairs to park equipment and facilities, sample tasks include but are not limited to:
  • Lubricate, change oil and add water to vehicle;                
  • Lap and sharpen hand mowers, triplexes and flails;
  • Repair and paint equipment and facilities, such as fences, gates and bleachers.
• General labour duties such as litter pick up, dig ditches to repair or lay drainage pipe, rake leaves, lay sod and other general property maintenance as required.
• Provide functional leadership of others in small groups to perform various general labour duties.
• Ensure security of facility: unlocking, locking, operating alarm systems and liaise with alarm companies when necessary.
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Clean trucks and equipment as requiredEnsure equipment is safe to operate, securely stored and practice good housekeeping of vehicle and work area.   
• Provide excellent customer service; respond to needs of all customers and staff as required.
• Efficiently and accurately complete paperwork (e.g. daily performance logs, time sheets and accident reports).
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.
   

About You:

• Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate.
• Valid - Standard First Aid / CPR C Certification as recognized through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).
• Valid, unrestricted Class “G" driver’s licence held in good standing. “DZ" licence preferred.

Qualifications:

• Formal training and experience with the Occupational Health and Safety Act in particular as it relates to maintenance and construction activities (e.g. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fall arrest, trench safety). 
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.  Knowledge of City of St. Catharines safety policies preferred.
• Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Ontario Traffic Manual with emphasis on Book 7 preferred.  Ability to safely set up traffic control in work zones during roadway or utility construction and maintenance operations.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job as described in the physical demands analysis (PDA).
• Availability to work flexible hours (e.g. working shifts for a 7 day, 24 hour operation, overtime, winter control).

Skills:

• Effective time management skills and attention to detail with the ability to organize work to meet deadlines, multi-task and work independently in situations with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a strong sense of public service and cooperation, and well developed abilities to deal with the public and citizens’ groups.
• Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office Suite an asset.

Other Requirements:

• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.

• Proof of education will be required upon hire.

Other Job Details:

• Pay Rate: $ 29.22
• Employee Group: CUPE 150
• Department: Municipal Works
• Position Type: Temporary
• Work Mode: In person
• Work Location: St. Catharines
• Hours of Work: 40
• Number of Openings: 1
• Job ID: 2025-159

• Posted Date: August 19, 2025

   

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