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WESTERN CANADA TURFGRASS ASSOCIATION 11
Job Description Job Title: Sports Field Technician Job ID: 26407 Location: Highfield Building Full/Part Time: Full-Time Wage: $28.72/Hour. A comprehensive Pension & Benefit Package is included. Union: Canadian Union of Public Employees Mission Each student, in keeping with his or her individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. Our Vision The Calgary Board of Education is the dynamic learning community of choice. We provide quality learning opportunities and options. Our learners take ownership by discovering and developing their potential, passions and gifts. They take their place as lifelong learners and make a significant contribution within a complex, changing world. Competition Close Date: Friday August 11, 2017 Calendar: 12 Month Calendar Weekly Hours: 41.25 hours per week About the Department Facilities - Maintenance includes all trade and grounds positions that work in school and administrative sites. Purpose: The purpose of this position is to participate on the sports field maintenance team for the care and maintenance of sports and play fields and provide leadership and guidance to peers. Accountability This position is accountable for: The proficient use of various pieces of equipment and tools to properly maintain sports fields. Maintaining a productive balance between quality and quantity of work in an efficient and timely manner while adapting to changes in work procedures. Effectively prioritizing work and solving associated problems in a collaborative manner. Communicating effectively and demonstrating teamwork in contributing towards and maintaining positive work relationships. Assisting the Grounds Foreman with effective delegation and allocation of responsibilities to work crews. Contributes to the recognition of other team members; works to build confidence in others and encourages professional growth and development. Applies effective coaching and training skills. Performing all duties in accordance with Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and legislated safety practices and procedures at all times. Ensuring personal safety as well as the safety of team members, staff and students. Ensuring that CBE standards and procedures are adhered to at all times. Responsibilities Participate in the maintenance, renovation and construction of sport fields, playfields and ornamental lawns. Assist the Grounds Foreman with the supervision, direction and scheduling of work crews to meet workload and safety requirements. Provides strong leadership and guidance for peers. Keep within work unit budgets, when purchasing materials and other supplies to meet critical deadlines.