Parks Operator I

About the Role:

To perform the property maintenance activities of the Municipal cemetery operation. To assist with the preparation and execution of burials and work in compliance with the applicable by-laws and legislation.

What You'll be Doing:

• Operate equipment and vehicles to support the maintenance of Municipal cemetery and green space, sample tasks include but are not limited to:
  • Lawn maintenance activities both around Municipal buildings and open green space;
  • trim and edge along walkways, trails, flower beds and parking lots;
  • line grave sites. Grave set up and grave reinstatement;
  • Lay plywood, move headstones, position casket lowering device on grave site;
  • Pick up and transport workers, parts, material, equipment and trailers as required.
• Preventative maintenance on and basic repairs to park equipment and facilities, sample tasks include but are not limited to:
  • Lubricate and add fluids to vehicle;
  • Repair and paint equipment and facilities, such as fences, gates and bleachers.
• General labour duties such as litter pick up, dig ditches to repair or lay drainage pipe, rake leaves, lay sod and other general property maintenance as required.
• Provide functional leadership of others in small groups to perform various general labour duties.
• Ensure security of facility: unlocking, locking, operating alarm systems and liaise with alarm companies when necessary.
• Ensure equipment is safe to operate, securely stored and practice good housekeeping of vehicle and work area.
• Provide excellent customer service; respond to needs of all customers and staff as required.
• Efficiently and accurately complete paperwork (e.g. daily performance logs, time sheets and accident reports).
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.

What's Required:

• Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate.
• Certificate or Diploma in Horticulture or Turf Management from a  recognized instution or equivalent is preferred.
• Valid - Standard First Aid/CPR C Certification as recognized through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).
• Valid, unrestricted Class "G" driver's licence held in good standing. Class "DZ" licence preferred.
• Knowledge of the Cemetery By-laws, Cemeteries Act and the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the proper grave setup, grave opening and closing procedures, foundation layout, marker installation and lot layout procedures would be an asset.
• Formal training and experience with the Occupational Health and Safety Act in particular as it relates to maintenance and construction activities (e.g. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fall arrest, trench safety).
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture. Knowledge of the City of St. Catharines safety policies preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Ontario Traffic Manual with emphasis on Book 7 preferred. Ability to safely setup traffic control in work zones during roadway or utility construction and maintenance operations.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job as described in the physical demands analysis (PDA).
• Availability to work flexible hours (e.g. working shifts for a 7 day, 24 hour operation, overtime, winter control).
• Effective time management skills and attention to detail with the ability to organize work to meet deadlines, multi-task and work independently in situations with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a strong sense of public service and cooperation, and well-developed abilities to deal with the public and citizens' groups.
• Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office Suite an asset.