Careers
BC Local Government Job Posting Service
Student I (Parks)
(up to 2 positions)
(TIME-DURATION, full-time hours)
Competition #2024-14
The Fraser Valley Regional District is in the unceded territories of 30 First Nations communities. We are a local government that delivers over 100 services to people living in eight electoral areas and six member municipalities. The Fraser Valley offers an extraordinary place to work and live, with a mix of rural and urban lifestyles along with an abundance of recreational and cultural learning opportunities.
People are at the center of everything we do, and we strive to put the needs of those we serve and the employees in the organization at the forefront of our day-to-day work. We are an organization that values teamwork and respect. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and being representative of the region we serve. We invite all qualified candidates to apply. We are dedicated to the ongoing process of building relationships and examining our work to ensure that the principles of inclusion, collaboration, and reconciliation are included. If you have a passion for public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live, work, and learn in the Fraser Valley, consider coming to work with us.
We have an exciting opportunity for highly motivated, independent individuals to fill up to two time-duration positions within the Parks Department. The term of these positions will be from May 13, 2024 to August 23, 2024. The regular hours of work are 7.5 hours per day, scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
As a Parks Student at the FVRD, a typical week could see you assisting the Parks team with routine park maintenance, parks security and public relations. Duties include grounds and building maintenance; trail grooming; janitorial services; minor carpentry/construction; painting and park inspections; and enforcing rules for safety and security in our parks. Experience driving large trucks and/or trailers is an asset.
We offer a positive and supportive work environment with an emphasis on collaboration. If you like working outdoors and have a can-do attitude, you will fit right in.
The ideal candidate must have:
- Currently attending or enrolled in the next semester of a secondary or post-secondary educational program, full or part-time, or have attended full or part-time, in the last academic year
- Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all types of weather
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and work well as part of a small team
- Must have excellent communication skills including presentation and conflict resolution skills and must be able to communicate effectively with members of the public, co-workers and supervisor
- Must be competent to safely handle and work with the quipment and tools required for the assigned duties including but not limited to gas powered brush saws, circular saws, grass trimmers and lawnmowers
- General carpentry, construction, painting experience is desirable
- Must possess a valid Driver’s Licence
The wage rate for this Union position is $17.70 per hour plus 16% in lieu of benefits.
If you have a passion for public service and want to make a difference in the lives of Fraser Valley residents, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter, indicating how you meet the qualifications. Please quote Competition #2024-14 and send, in confidence, by 4:30 pm on April 29, 2024, to [email protected].
Employment Length: Temporary
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $17.70 Hour
