City of Kitchener Careers

Temporary Labourer (Golf)

(Temporary Full-Time for approximately 9 months)

Competition Number

2024-556

Job Code

5500

Posting Date

December 19, 2024

Closing Date

January 31, 2025 (at 6:00pm)

Job Status

Temporary Full-Time

The City of Kitchener is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 292,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in Waterloo Region, Kitchener continues to be poised for development and growth, enhancing its reputation as a leader in city-building and innovation, with nationally recognized strategies to build its neighbourhoods, its digital infrastructure and its diverse economy.

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Position Overview:

The City of Kitchener is home to two championship 18-hole courses; a full-length 9-hole course; a 9-hole pitch and putt course and a driving range.

We are seeking Temporary Labourers to be involved in various aspects of the day-to-day maintenance of the golf courses.  This position is integral in ensuring that our courses are maintained to a high standard. 

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the Course to high standards. This may include but is not limited to: operating various types of turf mowers, trucksters, tractors and other equipment in order to maintain the City golf courses.
• Course set up and turf renovation including construction projects.
• Maintenance of flower beds and hanging baskets; planting, weeding, and providing general care and maintenance of mixed perennial, bi-annual and annual plant material.
• Watering and fertilizing plant material, as well as assisting in irrigation repairs.
• Tree Pruning, planting or removal.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Able to work overtime as required.
• Have demonstrated communication skills with an ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Be prepared to be trained in the operation of all related equipment and work skills.
• Be able to perform a wide variety of duties including manual labour.
• Valid MTO v G2 or G driver's license in good standing and ability to provide Drivers Abstract at your own expense as a condition of employment.
• Be a competent person as defined by the Ontario Health & Safety Act.
• Have good customer service skills.

• Ability to participate as an effective team member working in a fast-paced environment. 
• Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.
• Must work weekends as required

Department

Community Services

Division

Sport

Union Affiliation

CUPE 68

Number of Positions

10

Hours of Work

40 hours per week

Location

Initial Location

Doon Valley and Rockway Golf Course

City

Kitchener

Compensation

Salary Range

25.32 per hour

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