Outdoor Maintenance Worker

Outdoor Maintenance Worker

One (1) Permanent, Full-time Position

Union - CUPE

The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban/rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector. The municipality is currently recruiting for one (1) permanent, full-time position of Outdoor Maintenance Worker.

The Outdoor Maintenance Worker will provide parks and properties maintenance at various municipal facilities and perform public works labour and maintenance duties. This position is also responsible for winter sidewalk clearing operations.

Position Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the position are:

• Perform grass cutting and maintenance duties including maintenance of various municipal facilities and locations.
• Perform winter sidewalk clearing operations.
• Assist work crews with construction / maintenance tasks if required.
• Operate heavy trucks, industrial tractors commercial turf equipment and other equipment and apparatus, including winter sidewalk clearing equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment records.
• Ensure regular safety inspection of all applicable equipment.
• Ensure departmental equipment is kept in good working order through regular inspection and maintenance programs.
• Attend courses and seminars as required.
• Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma.
• Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ related experience and a demonstrated ability to successfully train in new duties.
• A satisfactory driving record with a valid Ontario Class AR license is required; AZ license preferred.
• Ability to carry out manual labour requiring physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of manual and power equipment.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Minimum Maintenance Standards related to sidewalk snow removal.
• Good communication skills.
• Proficient with the use of computers including email, internet, work order and timekeeping software an asset.
• Ability to work hours beyond the normal work week, including evenings and weekends and ability to work on a rotational basis or be on call.
• As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must submit a Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Township.

Rate of Pay

The Township of Springwater offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive employee benefit plan for this position, including participation in the OMERS pension plan. Compensation for this position is $29.28 to $33.09 per hour (2025 rate) as per the Collective Agreement.

Hours of Work

This position will work 40 hours per week; however, extended hours or additional hours on a call-in basis are required in inclement weather/road conditions. In addition, this position may be required to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays or on a rotational basis and be on call.

How to Apply

Apply online by visiting www.springwater.ca/careers.

Closing Date: September 3, 2025

Note: Applications that are not submitted online will not be considered. All applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence pertaining to this recruitment may be sent to the email address provided. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they check their email regularly. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

Accessible Accommodations

As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.

Licenses & Certifications

• Class A Restricted

• Class AZ License