Student, Horticulture (Transportation Operations)
Job Number: 3823
Job Type: Student
Vacancy Reason: Net New
Temp Contract Length: 4 Months
Location: 100 Maple Grove Rd - Regional Operations Centre
Job Category: Other
Number of Positions: 10
Department: Horticulture and Forestry
Division: Transportation Services
Hours of Work: 40
Union: OTHER
Grade: Student Grade 06
Salary Range: $19.11-$21.23
About Us!
The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:
- Taking only what we need
- Leaving some for others
- Keeping the dish clean
This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity.
Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051. Guided by our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, “Growing with Care,” we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization. Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.
The Role
Performs general horticultural maintenance activities on gardens, and other green spaces, including planting, weeding, and mulching of flower beds, shrubs, and trees.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Maintains turf areas using hand tools, power equipment, and riding mowers.
- Performs pruning and deadheading of shrubs, perennials, and annuals to promote healthy growth and maintain aesthetic standards.
- Uses and maintains hand tools, small equipment, and utility vehicles such as pick-ups and power trimmers.
- Works outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, rain, and wind, adhering to Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Operates tools and equipment safely and responsibly, following training and municipal guidelines.
- Lifts and carries tools, plants, and materials weighing up to 20 kg. Pushes and pulls carts, hoses, and other equipment weighing up to 50 kg (with assistance over 22 kg).
- Participates in training and team meetings to enhance horticultural skills and ensure alignment with municipal objectives.
- Work involves frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching, often on uneven ground.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of horticulture maintenance practices.
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, standards, regulations and legislation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions including heat and rain.
- Communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers and residents as required.
- Must have a valid G driver's license (or G2 with 3 years of driving experience) and acceptable driving record to operate corporate vehicles.
- Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.
Additional Information
To be considered for employment as a student, a person must be: registered as a full-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution, or currently recognized as having full-time status by the academic institution but applying for a school vacation, practicum or work term, or returning to full-time studies in the next academic term. Students who are in their final year of academic study and who are not intending to return to full-time studies are eligible for student employment up until the time they convocate. Students participating in education and retraining programs at the post- secondary level, though not full-time students, are eligible for related student employment opportunities, where appropriate.
Region of Waterloo is committed to building a workforce through fair, equitable, and accessible hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve and to promote a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
- First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
- members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
- persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
- persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
For questions or to request accommodations during your recruitment, onboarding or employment, please contact talentmanagement@regionofwaterloo.ca, or by calling our Service First Contact Centre at phone number (519) 575-4400.
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