Parks Operator I & II (Mowing) Annual Seasonal
West Kelowna, BC, Canada
Seasonal
Entry Level
Parks Operator I & II
(Mowing) Annual Seasonal
Annual Seasonal (32 weeks)
Applications are accepted online at westkelownacity.ca/jobs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
(Mowing) Annual Seasonal
Annual Seasonal (32 weeks)
The City of West Kelowna's Parks Department is looking to fill vacancies on its turf mowing team. The mowing team plays a vital role in providing high-quality turf mowing for sports fields, parks, and boulevards across the City. This team consists of six personnel, including Operator I's and II's.
Summarized Responsibilities:
Parks Operator I performs entry-level tasks in maintaining and operating infrastructure, including construction, gardening, equipment handling, repair work, and assisting with traffic control, while ensuring safety and compliance with guidelines and bylaws, and will also be responsible for line trimming, backpack blowing, mowing, seasonal cleanup/pruning, and other related duties as required.
Parks Operator II performs advanced tasks in maintaining and operating infrastructure, including landscaping, sports field maintenance, tree care, and building upkeep, while operating various tools and equipment, leading traffic control, enforcing bylaws, and training or directing other staff.
This is a permanent, 32-week seasonal position returning annually March to October. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, totaling 40 hours per week.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Summarized Responsibilities:
Parks Operator I performs entry-level tasks in maintaining and operating infrastructure, including construction, gardening, equipment handling, repair work, and assisting with traffic control, while ensuring safety and compliance with guidelines and bylaws, and will also be responsible for line trimming, backpack blowing, mowing, seasonal cleanup/pruning, and other related duties as required.
Parks Operator II performs advanced tasks in maintaining and operating infrastructure, including landscaping, sports field maintenance, tree care, and building upkeep, while operating various tools and equipment, leading traffic control, enforcing bylaws, and training or directing other staff.
This is a permanent, 32-week seasonal position returning annually March to October. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, totaling 40 hours per week.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Grade 12 education or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working in general construction, horticulture related work, equipment operation or similar
- Basic First Aid (formerly Occupational First Aid Level I)
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with Heavy Trailer Endorsement
Applications are accepted online at westkelownacity.ca/jobs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
Competition No. 25-32E | Opens March 12, 2025 | Closes May 12, 2025
Full Time – Permanent – Seasonal | 40 hrs/wk | $31.26/hr – $34.91/hr
Benefits | Municipal Pension Plan
Full Time – Permanent – Seasonal | 40 hrs/wk | $31.26/hr – $34.91/hr
Benefits | Municipal Pension Plan
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