Utility ; Seasonal - Under Review

Utility 1 - Seasonal (Under Review)

Recruitment Details

Department: Planning, Property & Development, Golf Services
Designated

Work Location:

Various - On Site
Position Type: Up to three (3) Seasonal, Full-Time
Hours of Work: Various
Salary:

• 1,516.00 bi-weekly – First 4 Months - Under Review
• $1,749.95 bi-weekly – After 4 Months (Step
  1) - Under Review
• $1,983.90 bi-weekly – After 4 Months (Step
  2) - Under Review

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City;
Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2

SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2

SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Under the direct supervision of the Foreperson Grade 1 or Maintenance Coordinator – Foreperson Grade 3, the Utility 1 completes assigned tasks and duties for the City of Winnipeg golf courses. Working in a team environment, as well as using their own judgment and problem-solving skills, the Utility 1 is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of vehicles, equipment and attachments as required to perform golf maintenance functions.

Performs seasonal grass maintenance duties such as mowing and seeding.

• Perform all aspects of turf maintenance for the City of Winnipeg golf courses.
• Assists in the general maintenance of the grounds.
• Assists in the opening and closing of the golf courses.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Grade 12 or GED or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• One (1) year experience working on golf course maintenance or turf maintenance experience and/or enrollment/completion of a recognized green-space/turf management program.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with the general public in challenging situations.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to pay attention to detail…