| Reference #: | 083-25 |
| Position Type: | Contract |
| Location: | Waterford, ON |
| Date Posted: | Jan 14, 2025 |
Job Description
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is currently recruiting for:
MAINTENACE OPERATIONS LABOURER
Posting Date: January 14, 2025 Closing Date: 4:30 p.m. January 30, 2025
Job Status: Seasonal Employment Department: Maintenance
Rate of Pay: $23.92 - $29.37 Hours of Work: 40 Hours/Week
Posting No.: 083 - 25
Position Summary:
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is seeking a self-motivated individual for the position of Maintenance Operations Labourer to fill a seasonal contract. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Maintenance Operations Labourer is responsible for the ongoing maintenance at all LPRCA day-use parkettes/conservation areas/tracts and assisting the Central Workshop team with maintenance and special projects. The position involves groundskeeping, brush removal, fence building, sanitation, and equipment operation and maintenance.
Qualifications:
To apply: Please send your cover letter and resume in a single PDF or MS Word document addressed to: Nicole Sullivan, Long Point Region Conservation Authority, email hr@lprca.on.ca (Subject: 083-25 Maintenance Operations Labourer).
The posting for Maintenance Operations Labourer is for an existing vacancy
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Long Point Region Conservation Authority is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon advance notice of specific accommodation requirements.
MAINTENACE OPERATIONS LABOURER
Posting Date: January 14, 2025 Closing Date: 4:30 p.m. January 30, 2025
Job Status: Seasonal Employment Department: Maintenance
Rate of Pay: $23.92 - $29.37 Hours of Work: 40 Hours/Week
Posting No.: 083 - 25
Position Summary:
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is seeking a self-motivated individual for the position of Maintenance Operations Labourer to fill a seasonal contract. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Maintenance Operations Labourer is responsible for the ongoing maintenance at all LPRCA day-use parkettes/conservation areas/tracts and assisting the Central Workshop team with maintenance and special projects. The position involves groundskeeping, brush removal, fence building, sanitation, and equipment operation and maintenance.
Qualifications:
- Valid Ontario Driver’s licence with clean abstract (minimum “G” class)
- Knowledge of operating heavy equipment (e.g. Tractor, Backhoe, post hole auger)
- Experience operating lawn tractors, utility vehicles and vehicles with landscaping trailers
- Experience with groundskeeping equipment
- Able to lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing a minimum of 50 lbs
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Able to work independently and within a team environment
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS
- A negative Criminal Records and Judicial Matters check (CRJMC) is required
- Basic welding, carpentry, and plumbing skills an asset
- Working At Heights certified (or willingness to attain)
- Chainsaw Certification an asset (or willingness to attain)
- Valid DZ Ontario Driver’s licence an asset
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification an asset
- Perform all lawn and maintenance duties, including operation of a chainsaw and fellingtrees in all LPRCA parkettes and Conservation Areas
- Operate small motorized equipment such as weed trimmer, chainsaws, pole saws, etc.
- Operate industrial mowers and utility vehicles
- Grade gravel parking lots and maintain walking trails in Conservation Areas.
- Install, repair, and clear brush from fencing
- Install, repair, and keep clear gate systems and signage for all LPRCA owned tracts andConservation Areas.
- Build and repair picnic tables, walking bridges, and fencing
- Move equipment from the Central Workshop to various conservation areas and projectsites
- Keep accurate records for all equipment used (mileage, hours, etc.)
- Perform all duties in a safe manner ensuring PPE is worn at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Will be starting and ending each day at the Central Workshop in Waterford
- Hours of work: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
- Outdoor work environments in all conditions
- All successful applicants must possess their own Green Patch CSA approved safetyboots, be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and with all outdoor flora andfauna
- Available to work the duration of the season.
- Some heavy lifting is required.
- Starting Date: March 10, 2025
- Ending Date: December 12, 2025
- Free access to LPRCA Conservation Areas
- Eligible to enroll in OMERS pension plan
To apply: Please send your cover letter and resume in a single PDF or MS Word document addressed to: Nicole Sullivan, Long Point Region Conservation Authority, email hr@lprca.on.ca (Subject: 083-25 Maintenance Operations Labourer).
The posting for Maintenance Operations Labourer is for an existing vacancy
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Long Point Region Conservation Authority is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon advance notice of specific accommodation requirements.
