Parks Maintenance Worker

Job Overview

The Town of Caledon is seeking a dedicated Parks Maintenance Worker to support the upkeep of local parks, facilities, and streetscape areas. Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, this individual will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance activities ensuring the cleanliness and operational readiness of outdoor spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general park maintenance including mowing grass, shrub bed care, grooming ball diamonds, building cleanliness, waste disposal, and litter removal.
• Operate small machinery such as light trucks, tractors, mowers, tree chippers, and chainsaws safely and effectively.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on equipment used for parks and tree care.
• Implement traffic control plans following regulatory guidelines when necessary.
• Perform sidewalk snow removal during winter months to maintain safe pedestrian access.
• Supervise and guide temporary field teams (TFTs) and student workers as directed by the supervisor.

Candidate Requirements

• Completion of grade 12 or equivalent education; a diploma in a related post-secondary program and experience in landscape or park maintenance is advantageous.
• Experience with operating and lightly servicing vehicles and equipment such as light trucks, chippers, and chainsaws.
• Proven capability in sidewalk snow plowing during winter season.
• Possession of a valid Restricted Class ‘A’ driver’s license with fewer than three demerit points and daily access to a vehicle.
• Flexibility to work after normal hours and weekends as needed.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills, solid verbal and written communication abilities, and ability to function effectively in a team environment.

Additional Information

• Hourly compensation is $32.97 based on a 40-hour weekly schedule.
• Successful candidates must pass a criminal record check and provide proof of qualifications.
• The Town of Caledon promotes diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from individuals of various backgrounds and is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applicants requiring accommodation can contact People Services.
• The hiring process does not utilize AI for candidate screening or selection.
• Applications will be accepted until July 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM.