Please view the full job ad, and apply using this link: Ontario Public Service Careers Website

Do you love working outdoors with a lot of variety in your workday? Ontario Parks is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic individual to join the team as a Park Maintenance Leader, supervising and leading the maintenance and operation of water and wastewater system, and other park facilities. If this sounds like something you would be excellent at, then consider this opportunity with Kettle Lakes Provincial Park.

About the job

In this role you will:

• provide group leadership, training, and guidance to staff in the maintenance department
• carry out the maintenance and monitoring of water and sewage systems.
• carry out a variety of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical maintenance and repair duties to park facilities, vehicles and equipment
• ensure policy and legislative requirements are met, maintained, and properly documented
• ensure park operating and capital maintenance standards are maintained

Note - the successful candidate will be expected to:
• obtain a valid emergency first aid certificate
• obtain a Limited Sub System Surface Water License
• work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements:

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the province of Ontario.

Operational Maintenance skills

• Demonstrated ability to perform semi-skilled tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting and minor repairs.
• Knowledge of water and sewage systems, including regulatory sampling, testing, and maintenance in compliance with ministry standards.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining powered equipment (e.g., chainsaws, tractors, chlorinating systems).

Leadership and Supervisory skills

• Proven experience in organizing, directing, and evaluating maintenance programs and leading seasonal staff.
• Ability to assess work quality, provide training, and contribute to staff selection and performance evaluation.
• Ability to interpret, apply and ensure adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Act and related workplace safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with park management and report on work progress on a continual basis.

Operational Planning and Problem Solving

• Ability to estimate materials and labor, manage supplies, and contribute to maintenance strategies and annual work plans.
• Skilled in reviewing technical documents and coordinating contractor work to ensure compliance with park standards.
• Competent in using computers for word processing, record-keeping, and internet applications.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How to apply: 

Please apply using the: Ontario Public Service Careers Website