Job Description

The Recreation Attendant IV is a full-time, permanent unionized position in the Community Services and Recreation Department of the Town of Shediac. It involves demanding manual work, often repetitive, sometimes semi-skilled, under supervision with instructions adapted to the tasks.

DESCRIPTION

Multipurpose Center

Assist with janitorial duties such as cleaning restrooms, sweeping, washing windows, emptying trash cans, clearing snow from walkways and driveways, and other related tasks. Assist with room set-up and tear-down (tables, chairs, stage, audiovisual equipment, decorations) and other related tasks. Assist with clean-up at special events, including cleaning toilets, tables and emptying trash cans. Assist with customer service (greeting customers, assisting customers as needed).

Landscaping and grounds maintenance

Operate landscaping and mowing equipment. Maintain flower beds and pots (weeding, watering). Maintain municipal trails.

Maintenance of recreational and other municipal facilities

Carry out general carpentry repairs and maintenance work on municipal facilities. Participate in setting up recreation facilities for special events. Be present at special events to ensure that they run smoothly.

Arena

Assists in building operation. Performs janitorial duties such as cleaning toilets, sweeping, mopping, washing windows, emptying garbage cans, clearing snow from walkways and driveways.

All sections - Perform other position-related tasks as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma

Experience:

At least one (1) year experience in related field

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Must be able to read and write in English and French. Must possess a valid New Brunswick Class 5 driver's license. Be thoroughly familiar with safety rules and regulations applicable to the workplace and equipment operation. Must be able to understand, interpret and carry out oral and written instructions with minimal supervision. Able to climb ladders (not afraid of heights). Be able to work with the public, which may include large crowd gatherings. Ability to perform basic carpentry tasks such as using a tape measure, reading blueprints, etc. Be sober, reliable, punctual and physically able to perform all assigned and expected tasks. Be able and willing to occasionally upgrade skills to meet changing work conditions and requirements.

Working conditions:

Physically strenuous and demanding work, involving work in all weathers, from extreme heat to extreme cold. Lifting, pulling and handling heavy equipment and objects. May be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, and must take precautions to protect eyes, nose and skin from irritation and infection.

Working hours:

The normal working week is forty hours. The normal working day is eight hours. This position requires shift work with two consecutive calendar days off. Must be available to work weekends, evenings, holidays and overtime if required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.66 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Overtime Weekends as needed
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Language:

French (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-18