Overview

The City of Kitchener is hiring summer students to help Parks Infrastructure and Amenities with the maintenance and cleanup of our trails, playgrounds, and outdoor furniture.

Two shifts available:

Monday to Friday 7:00AM to 3:00PM

Thursday to Monday 7:00AM to 3:00PM

(Temporary Full Time for Approximately 4 Months)

Responsibilities

• Assists in the maintenance of trails, playgrounds, and outdoor furniture.
• Helps maintain resilient surface for playgrounds.
• Assists staff with the removal of graffiti.
• Maintains trails; prunes overgrown vegetation along trails.
• Empties garbage receptacles and removes debris at various locations around the City.
• Keeps play equipment and trail system free from litter and debris.
• Operates gas powered leaf blower, hedge trimmer and line trimmer, add - gas powered side by side UTV.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

• Minimum equivalent to partial secondary school education.

Experience

• Minimum 1 month of related experience.

Additional Requirements

• Valid MTO “G2” class driver's license in good standing and must be able to provide Drivers Abstract at your own expense as a condition of employment.
• Preference will be given to candidates holding a valid MTO “G” class license.
• Enrolled in secondary or post secondary school and returning to school in the next semester.
• Reliable with a good attitude and employment record. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work in a team environment and have a willingness to accept directions.
• Ability to perform physical labour.
• Strong customer service skills.