Lead Hand, Conservation Parks

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinates operational activities for conservation park, campground, and/or golf course operations according to service standards
• Provides site knowledge and recommendations to inform processes focused on enhancing the functionality, safety and financial sustainability of TRCA’s public-use facilities
• Oversees general facility maintenance and housekeeping duties in indoor and outdoor spaces
• Completes seasonal grounds maintenance and ensures service delivery standards are met
• Safely operates fleet vehicles, utility vehicles, small and large equipment, hand tools and power tools. Oversee the seasonal changeover of equipment to ensure that it is either safely stored or readily available for use
• Provides training on safe equipment operations for site related work and projects
• Arranges and performs preventative equipment and infrastructure maintenance on a regular basis
• Acts as an onsite liaison for project managers, organizational partners, contractors, business clients (e.g., commercial filming companies), and other professional contacts
• Completes daily site health and safety checks and leads licensed professionals through monthly, semi-annual and/or annual facility inspections. Documents all inspections. Carries out or facilitates the completion of required work. Completes follow-up and evaluation
• Participates in and/or leads the daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Facility Management or Carpentry, Resources Management, or related field of study
• Valid Ontario Class G driver's license

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in a related field coordinating teams

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Demonstrated skill in facility maintenance, including basic carpentry and construction, minor plumbing, and landscaping 
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise communication in both non-emergency and emergency situations
• Understanding and application of basic mathematical functions (e.g., adding, subtracting, measuring, money computation)
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise communication in both non-emergency and emergency situations
• Demonstrates responsive to internal and external customer requests and needs
• Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify best possible solutions
• Collaborates with others to focus on objectives and effectively delegates work within a team
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, Dayforce, and SharePoint