Take Pride in Enhancing Prince George Parks!

About our community:

Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more!

About our organization:

The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

About the opportunity:

In this position, you will join a team dedicated to enhancing the parks in Prince George. Your daily responsibilities will include turf construction and maintenance, which entails new landscaping, turf repair, minor irrigation repairs, overseeding, fertilizing, sweeping, and mowing. This role will require physical labor, the operation of equipment, routine inspections, record-keeping, and report writing. You will need to operate small motorized equipment, including a skid steer loader, and will be working outdoors in all weather conditions. Please be aware that you may encounter unpleasant waste materials and other biohazards during your work. Summer seasonal positions are typically subject to layoff in October, with opportunities for annual recall.

About your background:

You should have at least three (3) years of relevant experience in areas such as turf construction and repair, general construction, carpentry repairs, as well as knowledge of horticultural and arboricultural principles related to gardening, landscaping, and park maintenance. Additionally, experience in operating equipment, particularly a skid steer, is required, along with some prior supervisory experience. Ideally, you will also hold a Level 1 Occupational First Aid certification. A valid Class 5 BC driver's license (or an equivalent from another province) is required. The successful applicant must also be able to obtain and maintain a clear Police Information Check for offenses related to the position. As a condition of employment, the incumbent must complete one course in a subject related to the trade from an accredited post-secondary institution within one year of hire. Specifics: Following established safety protocol, the incumbent may be exposed to unpleasant waste materials and other biohazards in the course of their duties.

Why You Will Love Working for our Parks & Solid Waste team at the City of Prince George:

• Work in a team environment in a variety of settings throughout the City.
• Enjoy a competitive wage of $36.35 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits and pension package.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by April 30, 2025 to: http://princegeorgejobs.prevueaps.ca/jobs/

Want to know more about this exciting career?

Please refer to the job description on our website for more details!

Want to know more about living and working in Prince George?

Please visit: Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George

The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.