Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
STATUS: Temporary, Fulltime
NO. OF POSITIONS: Two
UNION: CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK: Up to 40 hours per week*
SALARY: $32.88 per hour (2024 rates) + benefits

The Parks and Recreation Department has an opportunity for two skilled, self-motivated individuals who have a passion for horticulture operations. As a Horticulture Operations Labourer, your duties will 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. Duties will also include watering hanging Baskets, planters, parklets and other areas with a large water truck.

If you have the following characteristics and qualifications, 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 and experience is 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.

This position may work up to 40 hours per week until approximately December 20, 2024, however, length of assignment may be adjusted due to operational requirements.

Apply online with your resume and cover letter in one document
at www.newwestcity.ca/employment by February 23, 2024.

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: • 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 and experience is an asset.

Required skills: • 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.

Additional skills / Assets: • 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.

Closest intersection: Royal Ave and 6th Street