Park and Sports Field Operator (Student) (SS.26.21) Repost

Position Description

• Maintain and perform all official sports field dimensions for baseball diamonds, soccer pitches, bowling greens, etc., including proper lining and grooming procedures for safe playable surfaces.
• Clean and maintain outdoor sports facilities, including players' benches, backstops, fence lines, and areas under bleachers, while attending scheduled tournaments and meeting setup requirements.
• Carry out maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to play.
• Perform splash pad maintenance and daily records; manage litter pick up, trash removal, washroom maintenance, and grass maintenance equipment servicing.
• Maintain playgrounds, repair benches, fences, bleachers, perform grass cutting, weed control, shrub/ tree pruning, and trail grooming.
• Assist with inspecting and monitoring outdoor pool equipment; perform cleaning, painting, vacuuming, shocking, and chlorinating duties.
• Clean and repair buildings: graffiti removal, painting, basic carpentry and plumbing repairs, monitor HVAC, security, and fire systems, and strip/wax floors.
• Engage with the community, fostering public relations and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Safely operate tools, equipment, and vehicles (e.g., grass maintenance equipment, tractors, trucks, loaders, water tanks, and small equipment with attachments).
• Perform daily circle checks on all equipment and report defects to the supervisor.
• Maintain written daily records of work related activities.
• Climb, lift, balance, kneel, stoop, walk, and handle materials as required; work outdoors under various weather conditions.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated in a university or college program in horticultural technology, landscape technology, environmental technology, turf management, agriculture, general carpentry, recreational and leisure, or a related field.
• Valid Ontario Class G license and access to a reliable vehicle; must provide a drivers abstract when requested.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, follow verbal and written instructions, complete duties to acceptable quality with minimal supervision, and adhere to Norfolk County health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively.
• Good time management, interpersonal, and communication skills; motivated and hardworking; able to work outside in all weather.
• Skill in safely operating various tools and equipment related to general maintenance.
• Must wear green patch CSA approved safety boots (6-8" ankle coverage) made of suede or leather.

Additional Information

Must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants should notify the company in advance of any special accommodations needed.