Turf and Litter Maintenance Chargehand

• Plans, supervises and participates in the work of a team of Parks Workers performing work related to turf management, sportsfield related programs and streetscape, parks and trail litter collection
• Implements a year-round turf management program specific to sports field and turf
• Sources and purchases all necessary turf management products, seasonal light displays and irrigation materials
• Oversees irrigation systems including inspections, repairs, audits, and seasonal maintenance
• Performs other duties as required

• Considerable knowledge of irrigation systems and controls
• Considerable knowledge of turf and grass maintenance
• Knowledge related to methods and equipment used in litter collections related to Parks
• Irrigation CIT Level 1 certification
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License
• Prior turf and/or irrigation experience within a municipal setting is desirable
• Completion of a turf management diploma, Irrigation CIT Level 2, BCWWA Cross Connection, Bucket Truck and Level B Backhoe Certifications, plus considerable related experience including supervisory experience
• or an equivalent combination of training or experience is desirable

• Prior turf and/or irrigation experience within a municipal setting
• Completion of a turf management diploma, Irrigation CIT Level 2, BCWWA Cross Connection, Bucket Truck and Level B Backhoe Certifications, plus considerable related experience including supervisory experience
• or an equivalent combination of training or experience

Comprehensive benefits package