Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Parks, Forestry & Trails, and under the general direction of the Supervisor and/or designate operates various pieces of equipment and perform work assignments related to the Turf & Pest Management Programs.

Responsibilities:

Perform and participate in all related turf and pest management duties including but not limited to:

- Operate, maintain various units of equipment and provide input into the purchase of new equipment
- Preform all work-related activities including assisting with monitoring and analysis
- Communicate with staff and the public on all aspects of the program
- Process work orders, associated paperwork and work assignments accurately in accordance with established standards and timelines
- Perform all general parks facility and grounds maintenance activities and provide input into the development and improvement of safety procedures and work practices
- Receive and unload materials and supplies as required
- Perform snow and ice removal during the winter months, including operating equipment and manually shoveling and salting sidewalks, parking lots, roadways, etc., as required
- Work in accordance with City of Oshawa protected work standards, the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Branch’s Work Performance, Quality Standards and Code of Ethics
- Perform various duties related to the Operations Services Winter and Summer Call Board
- Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

- Two (2) year Horticultural Technician Diploma and have five (5)



years relevant operational experience and knowledge in Integrated Pest Management and Turf Management
- Possess Pesticide License (Landscape) and willing to obtain IPM certification
- Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain turf related equipment designated by the department and related to the responsibilities of the division
- Must be able to perform injections for the Emerald Ash Borer program, including preparing injections, cleaning as well as recording and assessments of tree health
- Working knowledge of all related park equipment such as trucks, grass-cutting equipment, tractors with 3 point hitch for use with aerators, overseeders, fertilizer spreaders, renovator, rototiller, etc.
- Willing and able to train and obtain certification on various units of Type A equipment specific to the section and willingness to obtain selected components of Type “B” equipment (CUPE Local 250 Collective Agreement, Appendix A-1)
- Good communication skills and ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to comprehend and prepare technical data, forms and records relevant to the job
- Must be able to calibrate and set equipment for proper application rates of desired products such as vinegar,



fertilizer, seed, corn gluten and TreeAzin
- Good interpersonal skills to discuss routine information courteously with colleagues and the general public
- Ability to deal tactfully with the public on issues of an extremely sensitive nature i.e. pesticides
- Able to climb, lift and move heavy items (maximum 80 lbs./approx. 36 kgs.) and capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner
- Working knowledge and understanding of, and ability to apply safety policies, standards, and legislation (Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and WHMIS), and able to use appropriate safety apparatus
- Able to work with minimal supervision (act independently as required) or constructively in a team environment exercising good judgement and protected and appropriate practices and procedures
- Possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Ontario Driver's License (Class DZ ) in good standing, with no demerit points, and be able to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation
- Willing and able to work evenings, weekends, holidays as required, due to the nature of the Parks and Facilities Operations
- Must be able to work on the Operations Services Winter and Summer Call Board
- Willing and able to train in related areas of work in order to fulfil various assignments

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters check and an employment medical.

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📌 Regular Full-Time Skilled Labourer - Turf & IPM (Oshawa)
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