Temporary Labourer: Parks & Recreation

Temporary Labourer:
Parks & Recreation
SALARY: $22.12/hr
About the Company: The City of Saint John is partnering with Drake International to welcome new and diverse talent as temporary labourers (40 hours per week) in the Parks & Recreation Department.
About the Role: Do you enjoy working outside? Would you like to gain experience working for the city to add to your résumé? Are you a hard-working, reliable team player? If you answered yes to the questions above, please read on! We’re hiring team-oriented, motivated temporary employees to join the Parks & Recreation Department for up to 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on experience and training, you may be assigned to work in: City parks and playgrounds.

Mowing and public spaces.

Outdoor sports facilities and field maintenance or recreational facilities.

Potential responsibilities include landscaping and lawnmowing, maintaining outdoor facilities, working with parks and gardens, and/or urban forest maintenance.

Qualifications:

You come to work every day in all weather, ready to work - and you're willing to work hard (Regular attendance is expected).

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

Applicants must undergo a Criminal Background Check as part of the hiring process.

Applicants must provide a Drivers Abstract that is done within the last 30 days.

Able to perform a variety of physical tasks.

Ability to work with small crews or independently.

Must have CSA approved work boots.

Experience with lawn maintenance equipment, landscaping equipment, sports field maintenance equipment, or maintenance of flower and shrub beds is an asset.

Horticulture or Arborist experience is an asset.

What’s In It For You? When you join the team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

A temporary position at $22.12 per hour for up to 6 months.

A forty-hour work week (Generally ten-hour days) with 3 days off.

On-the-job training as needed – and the experience to show for it when the job finishes.

A variety of tasks and shifts.

Personal Protective Equipment supplied (Excluding CSA approved work boots).

How to Apply:If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply directly to this posting, including your most up-to-date resume.
About City of Saint John: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups and who are qualified will be given preference at the time of selection.

Since 1951, Drake International has been a global leader in integrated human capital solutions, delivering tailored services in recruitment, assessment and upskilling, operational efficiency, healthcare, and workplace wellbeing. We partner directly with employers to offer candidates the best opportunities at no cost, with a human-centered approach. Recruitment decisions are led by our team. We may occasionally pilot AI-supported screening tools to support efficiency, but they are not a fixed part of our selection process.

All hiring decisions are made by people, and candidates will be informed if any AI tool is involved in their assessment in accordance with the Employment Standards Act. Drake International is an equal opportunity employer committed to accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact your Branch Representative.

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