Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 km² and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time Parks & Facilities Leadhand to join the Community & Environmental Services team.

The primary focus of this role is to organize and perform a variety of routine and technical tasks in the operation, maintenance and improvement of parks, trails, grounds (including designated Cemeteries) and for a variety of Regional District facilities.

• Post secondary school or trade school certification (or training) in horticulture, landscaping, irrigation or a related discipline.
• A minimum of five (5) years facility operations and maintenance experience. Knowledge and experience with HVAC systems and refrigeration systems, chlorination systems, small motors, pumps and fans etc.
• Technical knowledge of facilities maintenance and janitorial practices, standards, methods, tools, equipment, and applicable safety regulations relative to and including arenas, recreation facilities, public buildings and water facilities.
• Knowledge and experience with plumbing, carpentry and painting repairs as they pertain to the maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Experience in a parks related field, such as construction, horticulture, and/or landscaping would be considered an asset.
• Supervisory experience would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Experience with GIS would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, with limited supervision.
• Ability to be courteous and diplomatic in dealing with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to conduct field work and produce simple reports such as recording inventory of corporate assets (GPS use).
• Good physical condition with sufficient strength and stamina to perform heavy manual work in the presence of all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to read blueprints and plans and prepare sketches may be considered an asset.
• Valid First Aid Certificate or an ability and willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to pass and maintain a criminal record check
• Valid B.C. Driver's Licence.

This regular, full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit.  The hourly wage for the position is $39.28 per hour (Jan.- Jun. rate), then $39.67 (Jul.- Dec. rate) plus an attractive benefits package.

Application Deadline:   4:00 pm, Monday March 31, 2025

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 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. 

This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.