Parks Labourer - Student

The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is accepting applications for two full-time Parks Labourer Students to join our Parks team for a four-month term, starting in May 2026. The Parks Labourer Student performs a variety of outdoor activities including, but not limited to, the operation and maintenance of the CVRD’s parks and trails and helping to educate the public on park rules. Reporting to the Senior Parks Technician, the primary responsibilities of this role include:
• Performing a variety of general labour activities including garbage pick-up, sweeping, removing invasive species, cleaning, painting, shoveling and other labour-related tasks within the CVRD parks;
• Operating various light trucks, small equipment and hand tools;
• Constructing and maintaining trails in park settings;
• Carrying out safe work practices, reporting unsafe situations and implementing emergency procedures as directed;
• Interacting with and educating the public on the regional district’s bylaws pertaining to parks;
• Assisting with routine maintenance in all parks as required.

Our ideal candidate is:
• Comfortable working in an outdoor, wilderness environment in all-weather conditions, operating small equipment and interacting with the public, with over six months up to one year of directly related experience and a minimum of Grade 12 (or equivalent);
• Certified in Emergency First Aid (Occupational First Aid Level 1 is an asset);
• Courteous and tactful with the ability to relate effectively with the general public, contractors, volunteers and coworkers;
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills;
• Safety-conscious with a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices;
• Comfortable using hand tools, working in awkward positions, standing and walking throughout the day and performing heavy manual work as required.

The hours of work for these positions will be 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work as needed. A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license is required for this role. Successful candidates will be required to consent to a Canadian Criminal Record Check.

NOTE: Applicants must be returning to an educational institution upon completion of employment to be eligible for this opportunity. To review the complete job description and to apply go to www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/jobs.

This is a CUPE Local 556 position with a wage rate of $20.04 per hour, plus 10 per cent in lieu of benefits and sick leave with vacation pay being prorated.

The closing date for this position is February 17, 2026 at 3:00 pm. Applications for available positions with the CVRD must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.