The Cowichan Valley Regional District is now accepting applications from prospective candidates to join our organization as a casual Events Services Worker at the Cowichan Community Centre, within the Community Services Department. Reporting to the Programs & Events Coordinator, and supervised by a Recreation Programmer II, the Events Services Worker is involved in a variety of janitorial and maintenance tasks, as well as set-up and breakdown for events relating to the operation of public skating sessions, special events, sports and recreation programs.

• Grade 10, or the equivalent combination of education / training and experience
• Experience in a maintenance capacity in the area of recreation and or sports, or an equivalent combination of education/training and experience
• WHMIS Certificate – provided by employer
• First Aid Level 1 with CPR
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License is an asset – employer provided vehicle

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As this is a casual opportunity, there are no guaranteed hours of work. Hours of work are scheduled based on operational need.  Successful candidates must be available to work a flexible variety of shifts including days & evenings on weekdays, weekends, statutory holidays, and school professional development days.

This casual opportunity is unionized (CUPE Local 358) is compensated at $24.06 per hour (2023 rate), which is $21.01 per hour plus an additional 14.5% pay in lieu of benefits, vacation and statutory holidays.

Please submit a resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date indicated above. Please include a driver's abstract with your application.

Testing may be required during the interview process. Testing is based on the knowledge, skills, abilities and qualifications outlined in the job description. In addition, the successful canidate will b required to submit a satisfactory criminal record check.