Parks Building & Structures Technician Municipality: City of Abbotsford This posting closed on July 12, 2021 at 4:30 PM Job ID: J0621-1214 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Parks, Recreation and Culture Job Description: At the City of Abbotsford our people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse, stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of performance. In Abbotsford, we work strongly to create a challenging and rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We invite you to become part of a place that has strong corporate and organizational values, rewarding career paths, challenging opportunities and an engaging and dynamic team to work with. Be part of the story. Join our team today. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The City of Abbotsford???s Parks Operations division is seeking an experience, self-motivated individual to join their dynamic team as the newest Parks Building and Structures Technician. This position is full-time on a temporary basis until return of incumbent. Abbotsford???s Parks, Recreation and Culture department provides key services to the residents of our rapidly growing community. As the Parks Building and Structures Technician you will provide support to the Parks Operations division in skilled maintenance work in the use of mechanical and hand tools for routine maintenance and repair of the City???s Parks and Recreation facilities, buildings, structures, equipment, playgrounds, and parks. In this role you will bring considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and practices used in building and park maintenance and repair. You will direct and assist employees in performing a variety of building and parks maintenance tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, roofing and concrete-finishing work. Having basic knowledge of the building codes and other regulations pertaining to construction, maintenance and repair work along with sound judgement and leadership skills will make you an asset to the team. If you are a team-oriented individual with demonstrated experience in building and park maintenance and directing the work of others, we want to hear from you! Qualifications Required: ??? Completion of Grade 12 ??? Completion of Level 1 technical training or education equivalent in a building or mechanical trade from a recognized trades program, post-secondary institution or construction association. ??? Three years??? recent and related experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of infrastructure assets. ??? Completion of a Supervisory Skills training course or equivalent experience. ??? Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence ??? Canadian Playground Safety Inspection Certification. This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $27.58 to $32.46 At the City of Abbotsford we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. To apply, please visit us online at: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Closing Date: Monday, July 12, 2021 Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Opening Date: June 28, 2021 08:30 AM Closing Date: July 12, 2021 04:30 PM Back