Job
Public Works/Recreation assistant
Number of positions
2
Job location
St. George
Anticipated start date
Language requirement
English
Job category
Facilities/Property management
Workplace Essential Skills
- Reading
- Document use
- Writing
- Numeracy
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Thinking skills
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with Public Works staff, the Public Works Helper will be responsible for providing light maintenance and landscaping with a focus on customer service. Key responsibilities:
• Painting municipal assets, such as fencing, hydrants and playground equipment
• Maintaining and weeding flower beds and lawn care maintenance
• Sweeping the yards
• Light duty general labour
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Demonstrated responsibility, leadership, organization and planning skills
• Capable of completing duties as assigned
• Possess a current clean Police Record with a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be friendly, outgoing and flexible
• Ability to lift and work outside in inclement weather
• To be eligible for the position, applicants must be returning to education in September of the current year.
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Previous experience in landscaping or work in a helping role
• Valid New Brunswick driver’s license.