Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
STATUS: Auxiliary
NO. OF POSITIONS: One
UNION: CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK: Up to 32 hours per week
SALARY: $35.22 per hour + 12% in lieu of all benefits and vacation

As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 85,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.
The Parks and Recreation Department has an opportunity for one skilled, self-motivated individual who has a passion for horticulture operations. The primary role for this position focuses on watering hanging Baskets, planters, parklets and other areas with a large water truck from June to end of September. As a Horticulture Operations Labourer, additional duties may include assisting the Operation Crews in planting and maintaining shrubs, perennials and annuals; cutting and maintaining lawns and grounds; assisting in the renovation and maintenance of various landscaped, horticultural areas and greenhouse operations. Schedule may be adjusted due to operational requirement or budgetary constraints.

If you have the following qualifications and attributes, we want to hear from you:
• Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent), preferably supplemented by technical training and courses related to the work.
• Diploma in Horticulture, or a combination of related training is an asset
• Irrigation and or greenhouse experience will be an asset.
• Experience/competence navigating city streets in a large truck outfitted with a water tank and or trailer.
• Skill and knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the work.
• Ability to follow the safety precautions required in the work.
• Ability to effectively perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with crew members and other City departments.
• Ability to demonstrate and provide exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to perform manual/physical labour and to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check.
• Available to work a flexible work schedule as required.

We offer our employees great work-life balance, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement plans (a percentage in lieu of benefits for auxiliary positions). We also offer a hybrid remote work schedule in accordance with our Remote Work Policy, opportunities for education and training, and engaging, rewarding work.

Apply online with your resume and cover letter in one document at www.newwestcity.ca/employment This position will remain open until filled.
To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.
New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq’eméylem-speaking peoples.
It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land.
We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Required languages: English

Education level: See Above

Required skills: See Above

Closest intersection: 6th Street & Royal Ave