Lead Hand, Conservation Parks & Lands

By working at TRCA you will:

• Work outdoors during the spring and summer in beautiful natural areas.
• Gain valuable experience working at a conservation authority.
• Get a free Conservation Ontario annual pass.
• Get access to TRCA’s Reciprocal Program (discounts across various Ontario attractions).

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Lead Hand, Conservation Parks & Lands coordinates and oversees the day-to-day operational activities of TRCA’s variety of public-use conservation parks and facilities. This position coordinates and completes general and preventative facility maintenance and contributes to the successful delivery of daily operations and special events. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides on-site direction and daily park operations maintenance, including full spectrum worksite coordination from staff oversight and equipment usage to on-site liaison for all park operations concerns.
• 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 & grounds maintenance and housekeeping duties in indoor spaces.
• Safely operates fleet vehicles, utility vehicles, small and large equipment, hand tools and power tools. Completes a 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.
• Completes daily site health and safety checks and 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.
• Oversees a team of staff and ensures that team members understand expectations; communicates schedule, tasks and discusses priorities.
• Communicates with team members to assess status of work throughout the day/shift; amends work and reassigns staff as needed to direct workflow and accommodate for any situational circumstances.

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Facility Management, Turf Management, Resources Management, Business, or related field of study
• Valid Ontario Class G driver's license
• Small Water Drinking System Certification
• Smart Serve Certification
• Landscape exterminators license and asset.

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
• 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, and SharePoint