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BC Local Government Job Posting Service
Landscape Construction Worker
Regular Full Time and Up to 2 Temporary Full Time (2 year term)
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
The City of Coquitlam is excited to recruit for self-motivated and skilled Landscape Construction Workers to join our Park Infrastructure team in the Parks Recreation Culture and Facilities department. The successful incumbent will apply their versatile, high level skills to a wide range of park capital improvement projects. You will perform, hardscape construction including concrete block/wood retaining walls, pavers, fencing, and minor formwork. The incumbent will also apply their expertise to civil works such as rough and final site grading, the installation of sub- base and drainage systems for lawn and hard surface areas and pathways and the installation of irrigation systems. You will also be responsible for returning disturbed areas to their original condition with horticulture and turf installation. The Landscape Construction Worker can further utilize their communication skills by meeting with the public, and answering a variety of questions relating to their work. They may occasionally act as a Crew Lead or Site Coordinator as required. This position will require the experience in equipment operations including a mini excavator, skid steer and truck and trailer heavy hauling.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter who possesses the ability to work with a high level of independence and exercise judgment in the role. If you have a passion for civil landscaping and construction, appreciate working with a variety of hand tools and equipment, and enjoy working with others, we look forward to your application!
Minimum Qualifications
- Completed Grade 12
- Technical courses in irrigation systems maintenance related to the work, along with 3 to 5 years of experience in civil and landscape construction.
- Class 5 Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia.
- A.W.W.A. Cross Connection Control Certificate. Please note that candidate with a valid AWWA Cross Connection Control Certificate will be considered first, however, we welcome applications from those without certification on the basis they obtain successful certification within their probationary period. Any costs or time required for certificate will be at the candidates’ own expense.
Preferred Qualifications
- A Red Seal Landscape Horticulturalist would be an asset.
- A Class 3 or Heavy Hauler Certification would be an asset.
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate of $40.85.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off program. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on May 10, 2024.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $40.85 Hour
