Position: Downtown Student Labourer
Department: Public Works and Environmental Services
Division: Outdoor Operations
Reports to: Manager of Outdoor Operations, Supervisor of Parks and Open Space

Purpose and Scope:

Reporting directly to the Supervisor of Parks and Open Space, the Downtown Student Labourer will provide seasonal gardening and beautification throughout the downtown core.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The position will:

• Water, fertilize, weed and maintain the hanging baskets and floral planters in the downtown core.
  weep sidewalks and walkways.
• Maintain municipal landscaped areas. Tasks include planting, edging, weeding, cultivating, watering, fertilizing, and using handheld power tools.
• General maintenance of the downtown core as assigned, such as painting, etc.
• Assist with special events such as set up and tear down i.e. moving tables, chairs, stages, etc.
• Answer all public inquiries and provide assistance such as directions.
• Act as an ambassador of the downtown area and the City of Quinte West.
• Be responsible for general grounds keeping duties as required.
• Collect and dispose of all litter, debris and recycling items (including items like cigarette waste).
• Operate push lawnmower, power weed eater, and power tools, and understand/apply standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with department objectives.

Note: Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.

Contacts:

The position will have direct contact with:

Internal: City Staff.
External: General Public.

Education/Specialized Training/Skills:

The position will require:

• Registration in a full time Post Secondary School Program and be returning in the Fall.
• Ability to lift up to 18 kg/40 lbs.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public, business owners and staff.
• Valid Class G or G2 Driver’s Licence and a safe driving record in good standing, satisfactory to the employer.
• Available for evening shift, weekend shifts, and statutory holidays for most positions.
• Attention to great detail and the ability to perform repetitive work accurately.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to commit to working long hours in all weather conditions.

It would be nice to have:

• Experience operating heavy duty pickup trucks (e.g., 2500 series or similar) for towing or hauling equipment.
• Previous experience with gardening and cleaning duties, horticulture, painting, etc.
• Valid First Aid, CPR, AED and WHMIS certificates.
• Ability to verbally communicate in French or another language.

Work Experience:

• Not applicable.

Decision Making:

• This position has minimal responsibility to decision making affecting the department

Supervision:

• Not Applicable.

Work Environment:

• Outdoors.