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SalaryThe Municipality of Colchester is centrally located within Nova Scotia between two coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty, with thriving businesses and access to all amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
About the role: Performs a variety of Ground Maintenance functions in support of all Municipal regional parks, trails, and green spaces throughout Colchester County. Maintenance work involves mowing, brush clearing, trimming bushes, whipper-snipping, and weeding.
Salary Range: $25.08 per hour and effective July 1st $25.83 per hour. Six-month term position.
Qualities to succeed in the role:
· Well-developed organizational skills
· Excellent communications skills
· Possess problem solving ability
· Possess the ambition, ability, and persistence to obtain high productivity and efficiency
Education & experience required:
· Completion of grade 12 education or GED equivalent.
· Experience in performing Ground Maintenance to include mowing, weeding, gardening, trimming, and maintenance of flower beds
· Experience and demonstrated ability in operating Ground Maintenance equipment to include ride-on-mowers, push mowers, whipper-snippers.
· Experience working with a work crew.
· Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, relevant to the provisions that apply to this work.
· Possess a valid class 5 Nova Scotia Drivers’ License and have access to a vehicle.
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (902) 843-4193 should assistance be required throughout the application and hiring process.
Please submit a covering letter and resume by April 12, 2024. To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.colchester.ca.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: $25.08 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
