Parks Services Worker II

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(Permanent, Full-Time)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The West Vancouver Parks department is accepting applications for a permanent full-time Parks Services Worker II. In this position you will focus on irrigation maintenance, repair and installation. Additional duties will include semi-skilled electrical, plumbing, and mechanical tasks related to the operation and maintenance of parks and facilities.


Reporting to the Parks Maintenance Manager, assignments for this position will vary, but may include:

Installing and maintaining a number of water and irrigation systems;
Repairing valves, pipes, drains and general plumbing fixtures located in Parks facilities and public washrooms;
Repairing and maintaining drainage infrastructure;
Working directly with applicable trades and contractors;
Parks lighting maintenance;
Utilizing asset management software (Maintenance Connection);
Performing other duties as operationally required such as: park construction; sign and trails maintenance; maintaining playgrounds, sports fields, and grass areas; cemetery duties; garbage removal.

The preferred candidates will possess:

A high level of experience with irrigation systems, a thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the applicable trade and in maintenance and construction work as it applies to the Parks Department;
The ability to effectively perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to trades, maintenance and construction work.
The ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, including the reading of clue prints;
Good manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude;
The ability to exercise good judgement;
The ability to establish good working relationships with other employees, members of public and external sources;
The ability to carry out assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision;
The successful candidates will have completed Grade 12; technical courses related to maintenance and installation of irrigation systems, plumbing and electrical work, considerable experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience; and experience in all aspects of Parks Operations. Possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and Certificate in Irrigation Systems Level 1 is required, Level 2 being an asset.

The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable criminal record check.


This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status:

Union (WVMEA) – Permanent, Full-Time

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay:

$41.34 per hour

Closing Date:

11:5+ p.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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If you have any questions please contact us at careers@westvancouver.ca

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