| Irrigation Systems Worker |
| Municipality: |
City of White Rock |
This posting closed on
February 24, 2017
at 4:30 PM
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| Job ID: |
2017-08 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) |
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| Department: |
Parks Division |
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| Job Description: |
The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 20,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community. The City is located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay. |
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| Duties: |
Reporting to the Manager, Parks, the Irrigation Systems Worker performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work of irrigation systems and turf areas. The work involves independently or in conjunction with a superior checking the operation of and performing routine maintenance on a variety of irrigation systems and performing repair and replacement tasks such as overhauling and rebuilding sprinkler heads and valves. In addition, the incumbent performs cultivation, maintenance and repair tasks to turf areas, lays out sports fields required specifications and monitors the work of contractor???s turf and irrigation work. The incumbent exercises considerable independence of judgment and action referring unusual or more complex operational problems to a superior who reviews the work periodically and on completion for quality of workmanship and effective services rendered. |
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| Educational Requirements: |
??? Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by technical courses and seminar in irrigation systems and grass field maintenance plus considerable related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
??? Possess a current and valid: BC Low Energy Systems Certificate; BCWWA Cross Connection Certificate; BC Pesticide Application License; and BC Class 5 driver???s license with an acceptable driving record.
??? Considerable knowledge of irrigation systems and controls and of the methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in installing, maintaining and repairing the same.
??? Considerable knowledge of turf and grass maintenance, repair and cultivation and the lay outs of sports fields.
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| Skill Requirements: |
??? Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts.
??? Ability to supervise the work of a small group of subordinates when assisting in irrigation systems and turf maintenance duties.
??? Proficiency in the use of computer software including Microsoft Office in order to prepare and maintain records related to work.
??? Shortlisted candidates must successfully pass a Police Information Check
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| Salary: |
The annual wage of this position is $63,175 with comprehensive benefits offered. |
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| Additional Information: |
If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, we invite you to apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume, copies of certificates, and a current driver???s abstract. Note only complete applications will be considered.
View complete requirements at www.whiterockcity.ca/careers |
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| Web Address: |
www.whiterockcity.ca/careers |
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| Address: |
City of White Rock
15322 Buena Vista Ave
White Rock, BC V4B 1Y6 |
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| Fax: |
604-541-2150 |
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| Opening Date: |
February 9, 2017 08:30 AM |
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| Closing Date: |
February 24, 2017 04:30 PM |
