Park Operations Worker (Warsaw Caves Conservation Area)

Position Description

Job Title:Park Operations Worker (Warsaw Caves Conservation Area)

Reports to: Manager, Conservation Lands

Application Process:

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume as one file (Word or PDF) to humanresources@otonabeeconservation.com with a subject heading that includes the name of the position and your name.

Purpose

Responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the park, campsites, and buildings. In addition, may also be required to assist with gatehouse operations. This is a maintenance oriented job. This is a contract position that can range from May to October 2024.

Primary Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list)

Perform daily park maintenance, operations and inspections including campsite cleaning, washroom cleaning, lawn mowing, drinking water testing, trail inspections, general grounds maintenance (trails, beach and swimming area, picnic areas, picnic shelter, waste/recycling activities), and related record keeping

Basic repairs to buildings, furniture, and other elements of park infrastructure as required

Routine maintenance of equipment and tools

Work in compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and any other safety related legislation, as well as related organizational health and safety policies and practices

Adhere to operating policies and procedures to ensure the safety of both staff and visitors

Work in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and provide customer service that meets the specified standards

Follow established security practices as assigned

Participate in orientation and training programs as required

Assist with Conservation Area activities and events when required

Provide support for general gatehouse operations as required

Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Skill

Self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team or independently with minimal supervision

Able to perform manual labour

Carry out instructions provided by the Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor

General knowledge of/experience with grounds and buildings maintenance tasks and the operation of equipment such as riding and push lawn mowers, weed eaters, side-by-sides, power/manual tools, etc.

General knowledge of maintenance/repair of grounds, buildings, and equipment

Basic computer skills are required (Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word), file management

Effective communications and customer service skills, comfortable in dealing with the public

Customer service skills that include conflict management and resolution, problem solving

Chainsaw Operator Certificate and chainsaw experience an asset

Valid Ontario Class G2 driver’s license with a clean driving record. An Ontario Ministry of Transportation 3-year driver’s record (uncertified) must be provided

A police record check must be provided in accordance with the Ontario Police Record Checks Reform Act

Emergency First Aid and CPR Certificate required (training is provided)

Effort

Must be available to work weekends and statutory holidays throughout contract duration

May be required to work irregular shifts involving night time work (to ~10:00 p.m.)

Fatigue resulting from managing multiple tasks and priorities

Required to lift or move up to 27 kg/60 lbs. (e.g. launching and storing canoes, lifting bags of firewood, move materials including gravel/limestone/rocks, move construction materials, emptying garbage barrels, and moving picnic tables)

Able to traverse/work on irregular or uneven surfaces and terrain, wet or slippery surfaces

Working Conditions

Interaction with the general public occasionally required to interact with dissatisfied or angry customers

Occasionally required to extend or modify hours of work in response to high/low visitor volumes, emergencies, attendance at training sessions or other work related activities

Working time is spent in a combination of office and field environments, outdoor work is required; this will include exposure to variable weather conditions (especially summer heat) and other workplace environmental hazards such as insects, poison ivy, wild animals, domestic dogs, etc.

Use of workplace hazardous materials such as cleaning products, fuels and lubricants, construction materials, etc.

Handling of workplace waste and recycling materials

Significant use of equipment such as side-by-sides, riding/push mowers, and trimmers

Significant use of small tools such as hammers, drills, and saws

Travel using corporate vehicles may be required

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Salary: $16.55 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person