Conservation Operations - Summer Support

Cataraqui Conservation; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cataraqui Conservation is hiring a Conservation Operations Seasonal Support member to maintain facilities and assist with various outdoor tasks. This role involves landscaping, minor repairs, and supporting trade-related tasks. The position is seasonal, offering 40 hours per week from June 16 to August 30, 2025, at a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Skilled in outdoor maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to work with various tools and equipment.
• Experience in landscaping and minor construction tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain properties and facilities for visitor safety.
• Perform seasonal maintenance like landscaping and trail upkeep.
• Assist with technical operations under guidance.

Skills

Landscaping

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical work

Mechanical tasks

Painting

Cleaning

Small engine repair

Job description

Conservation Operations – Seasonal Support

Cataraqui Conservation is seeking a skilled individual to join our Operations team in a seasonal support role. Our organization owns and maintains properties across its jurisdiction to serve environmental and recreational purposes. For more information, visit: https://cataraquiconservation.ca/.

Location:
Primary Reporting Location: Operations Shop - Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area, Kingston, Ontario
Secondary Reporting Location: Operations Shop – Lemoine Point Conservation Area, Kingston, Ontario

Status: Seasonal contract (11 weeks), from June 16 to August 30, 2025

Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Thursday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, with an unpaid lunch hour

Compensation: Level 2 – Step 1, $25.55/hour (based on 2025 grid)

As a key member of the Operations & Maintenance Team, the Conservation Operations staff is responsible for maintaining facilities, equipment, land, and property. Responsibilities include grass cutting, landscaping, trail maintenance, assisting dam operations, and supporting trade-related tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, mechanical tasks, painting, cleaning, and small engine repair and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain properties and facilities to ensure safety and convenience for visitors, including:
• Perform outdoor seasonal maintenance like landscaping, grass and tree cutting, planting, garbage collection, trail maintenance, and painting
• Perform minor repairs, painting, carpentry, interior and exterior construction, cleaning, renovation, and demolition to keep structures in good condition
• Complete small carpentry projects such as installing signs and building picnic tables
• Assist with removing obstructions like beaver dams and dead animals
• Monitor trails, roads, land, structures, and report maintenance needs
• Promote adherence to Conservation Authority regulations to patrons and visitors
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance, including minor servicing, repairs, and cleaning
• Support special programs and events, such as facility rentals, forestry, and education programs, by tasks like driving equipment and moving furniture
• Assist with technical operations, including water monitoring and dam maintenance, under the guidance of Watershed Planning & Engineering staff

Other duties as assigned.