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Position Description

26 Week Contract

Reports to: Manager, Conservation Lands Program

Hourly Rate: $20.98 to $24.33 hourly for 40 hours per week

Purpose
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of Selwyn Beach, Harold Town, Miller Creek, Young’s Point, and Gannon’s Narrows Conservation Areas along with several other Otonabee Conservation owned properties. In addition this position is responsible for coordinating and supervising conservation areas seasonal staff throughout the operating season.

Primary Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list)

• Coordinate work planning and implementation of assigned conservation areas operations and maintenance which consist of grounds, facilities, beaches, picnic areas, campgrounds, trails, waste/recycling activities, washroom cleaning, and related record keeping
• Provide leadership and supervision to 1-2 seasonal staff throughout the peak operating season at the conservation areas
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations, as well as all applicable organizational health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure assigned staff complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and any other health and safety related legislation
• Oversee construction, maintenance and improvement of conservation area infrastructure
• Technical duties pertaining to forest management, restoration projects and ecological monitoring
• Administer operating policies and practices to help ensure the safety of both staff and visitors
• Routine maintenance of equipment, tools, buildings, and vehicles
• Provide positive visitor experiences through good customer service and problem solve for visitors as required
• Assist with conservation area activities and events when required
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Skill

• Graduation from a post-secondary diploma in Parks and Recreation, Forestry, Landscaping, or other area related to natural resources management or demonstrated work experience in conservation areas / parks related maintenance
• Supervisory, leadership and administrative skills an asset
• Self-motivated, able to work effectively as part of a team and also able to work independently and with minimal supervision while prioritizing tasks at hand
• General knowledge of/experience with grounds and buildings maintenance tasks and the operation of equipment such as riding and push lawn mowers, weed eaters, side-by-sides, power/manual tools, etc.
• General knowledge of maintenance/repair of grounds, buildings and equipment
• Carpentry, grounds maintenance, and small power equipment skills and experience
• Experience with property maintenance tasks and the operation of equipment such as riding and push lawn mowers, weed eaters, side-by-sides, power/manual tools
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office required, GIS experience is an asset)
• Effective communications and customer service skills, comfortable in dealing with the public
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, laws and bylaws an asset
• Customer service skills including conflict management and resolution
• Chainsaw Operator Certificate and chainsaw experience required
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license with a clean driving record. An Ontario Ministry of Transportation 3-year driver’s record (uncertified) must be provided
• A police record check must be provided in accordance with the Ontario Police Record Checks Reform Act (vulnerable sector check, which includes a criminal record check)
• Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate required (training is provided)

Effort

• May be required to work weekends and statutory holidays throughout operating season (May-October)
• Fatigue resulting from managing multiple tasks and priorities
• Required to lift or move up to 27 kg/60 lbs. (e.g. move materials including gravel/limestone/rocks, move construction materials, emptying garbage barrels, and moving picnic tables)
• Able to traverse/work on irregular or uneven surfaces and terrain, wet or slippery surfaces

Working Conditions

• Interaction with the general public within the conservation areas
• Occasionally required to extend or modify hours of work in response to high/low visitor volumes, emergencies, attendance at training sessions or other work related meetings
• Outdoor work is required: this will include exposure to variable weather conditions (especially summer heat) and other workplace hazards e.g. insects, poison ivy, and wild animals, domestic dogs, etc.
• Use of workplace hazardous materials such as cleaning products, fuels and lubricants, construction materials, etc.
• Handling of workplace waste and recycling materials
• Significant use of equipment such as side-by-sides, riding/push mowers, and trimmers
• Significant use of small tools such as hammers, drills, and saws
• Travel to conservation areas using corporate vehicles required

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 26 weeks

Salary: $20.98-$24.33 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-03-24
Expected start date: 2023-05-01

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