Seasonal Labourer (Parks Operations)

Seasonal Labourer (Parks Operations)

Niagara Parks is currently recruiting for Seasonal Labourers to join our Parks Operations team for the 2024 season. This position compensates at a rate of $19.94/hr for Seasonal Bargaining Unit and Part-Time employees.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• 4% vacation pay;
• Passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends;
• Free entry into all Niagara Parks attractions;
• Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program;
• Free transportation on the Niagara Parks WEGO Bus Green Line and Falls Incline Railway;
• Free uniforms and parking;
• Flexible work schedules with the ability to work up to 40 hours a week;
• Employee discounts to Niagara Parks retail stores, culinary experiences, and golf experiences.

• Additional $1.43/hr for each hour worked in lieu of benefits (seasonal bargaining unit only);
• Eligible to enroll the company defined benefit pension plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or have the equivalent knowledge and experience. Knowledge of any applicable legislation/regulations including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Valid G Drivers License.
• General knowledge of various construction and maintenance equipment is an asset.
• Various inhouse training on Riding Mowers, Tractors/Loaders and attachments, utility vehicles, trailers, licensed fleet vehicles, and chainsaw provided.

• One (1) year related work experience preferred.
• Experience using hand tools, small equipment and general working knowledge of various horticultural construction and maintenance equipment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cutting grass with push mower, weed trimmer.
• Raking, seeding, applying top dressing, applying sod, and assisting Gardener with maintenance of beds and for raking and loading leaves. • Empties garbage containers and cleans and maintains pavilions.
• Picks up litter/debris and disposes, as necessary. Loads and unloads materials, equipment, and debris; secures loads on trucks as required.
• Maintains cleanliness and stock of washroom facilities as required.
• Assist with tree planting under the direct guidance of Gardener or Team Lead.
• Drives licenced fleet vehicles, operates tractor, riding mower, utility vehicles, and chainsaw as required.
• Performs basic horticultural maintenance tasks using lawn mowers, hand tools and other equipment.
• Reports broken, lost or defective tools or equipment to Team Lead.
• Waters a variety of plants.
• Transports employees, supplies and materials to and from the job sites.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as sod cutters, rollers, fertilizer spreaders, aerators, front end loaders, forklifts, snow blowers and other equipment and a snowplough/sander tractor.
• Cleans and paints equipment such as, garbage baskets and barbecues.
• Cleans, washes, and maintains trucks and equipment.
• Sweeps, mops, disinfects, polishes floors; cleans basins, toilets, mirrors and disposes garbage as required.
• Removes boxes and garbage from building as required.
• May be required to shovel snow, salt, sand and remove ice and snow from pathways, sidewalks, and parking lots.
• Ability to perform the manual tasks of the position; communication and interpersonal skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to work weekends and in inclement weather conditions.
• Reports any vandalism to the grounds or equipment to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, First Aid, WHMIS and established policies and procedures.
• Provides guests with information regarding all Niagara Falls Attractions.
• Interacts with guests in a pleasant, welcoming manner.
• Promotes a positive image of the Niagara Parks Commission.
• As assigned.

The applications for the Labourer positions will be ongoing, however, applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received.

The personal information in your candidate profile is collected under the authority of the Niagara Parks Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.N.3, s.4(l) and in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It will be used to assess your qualifications for the job postings to which you apply. If successful, your information will also be used for the creation of your employee profile under the authority of the Employment Standards Act, 2000, c.41, s.15(1). We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), Niagara Parks will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability – related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require additional information regarding the collection and use of the personal information in your candidate profile, or would like to request an alternate format, please contact Niagara Parks at 905.295.4377 ext. 3601 or by e-mail at employment@niagaraparks.com.

Job Type: Seasonal

Salary: $19.94 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-31