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:
o Lawn maintenance activities both around Municipal buildings and open green space.
o Trim and edge along walkways, trails, flower beds and parking lots.
o Measure, line and groom sports fields to industry standards.
o 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:
o Lubricate, change oil and add water to vehicle;
o Lap and sharpen hand mowers, triplexes and flails;
o 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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