The Township of Lanark Highlands is seeking applications from students interested in summer work for
Parks & Recreation Labourer (x4)
Students must have been in school full-time for the current year and planning to return to school full- time in the fall.
The preferred skill set for the Parks and Recreation Laborer positions are:
- Experience working with volunteers and the public
- Excellent computer skills
- Good time management
- Administrative abilities
- Valid class G Drivers License
- Gardening and “handyman” ability
Job Summary:
The Parks and Recreation Summer Students are responsible to provide assistance to the Manager of Facilities/Community Affairs and Parks & Recreation Lead Hand with the ongoing maintenance and repair or municipal parks and properties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducts routine clean-up and garbage removal from Lanark Village, parks, beaches and boat launches
- Provides information to visitors in a positive, courteous and professional manner
- Provides grass cutting and maintenance services at numerous locations including but not limited to: facilities, parks, beaches and several areas within the Township
- Works cooperatively with volunteers and other staff to ensure parks and other facilities are safe and available to the public
- Daily/weekly maintenance of playground areas and assists with inspections
- Ensures all work is performed in accordance with Township regulations, policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Facilities/Community Affairs or Parks & Recreation Lead Hand
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of basic building maintenance and ability to use various hand and power tools
- Ability to maneuver trucks, trailers, and equipment safely and efficiently
- Knowledge of landscaping tools, equipment, and lawn maintenance equipment
- Ability to operate grass cutting and trimming equipment
- Strong health and safety awareness
- First Aid/CPR Certification is an asset
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays
- Valid Ontario Driver’s Class ‘G’ License with a clean driver abstract
Hourly Rate & Hours:
40 hours/week at a rate of $16.55 per hour.
The position is expected to begin May 2024 (to the end of August) and are designed for college or university level students.
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please submit your detailed resume to or by mail to 75 George Street, P.O. Box 340, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 to arrive by 4:00 p.m. on April 2, 2024.
Township of Lanark Highlands
75 George Street, Box 340
Lanark ON K0G 1K0
Email to: Fax: (613) 259-2291
