Labourer (Parks Operations)

Niagara Parks; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EFAP

Vacation pay

Discounts at Niagara Parks locations

Complimentary attraction passes

Free park entry

WeGO transportation access

Free uniforms

Attraction reciprocal program

Job summary

Niagara Parks in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is seeking a seasonal & part-time team member to support grounds maintenance and horticulture tasks. You will assist with mowing, planting, and upkeep, working on-site in a dynamic park environment.

The role involves operating a range of equipment, performing basic horticultural tasks, and maintaining cleanliness. Flexible weekend work is required, with a start window April–July and a deadline August 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• OSD or equivalent; applicable regulations knowledge.
• OHSA knowledge required.
• Experience with maintenance equipment is an asset.
• 1 year related work experience; 1 year on the job.
• Experience with hand tools and horticultural equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cut grass with push mower and weed trimmer.
• Maintain beds; seeding and top dressing.
• Rake leaves and load debris.
• Clean and maintain pavilions and washrooms.
• Transport materials and operate fleet vehicles.
• Operate equipment like sod cutters, rollers, fertilizer spreaders, loaders, and snow plough.

Skills

OSD or equivalent

OHSA knowledge

Equipment knowledge

Hand tools experience

Teamwork & communication

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Tools

Riding Mowers

Tractors/Loaders

Chainsaw

Job description

Job Type: Seasonal & Part-Time
Job Status: Open Vacancy
Location: Niagara Falls, ON (On-site)
Compensation: $22.11/hr

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until August 31, 2026, and will be reviewed as they are received.

Please note that Niagara Parks operates seasonally; therefore, this position is expected to begin between April and July, depending on operational needs.

Join the Team Behind One of the World’s Most Iconic Destinations

At Niagara Parks, every day brings an opportunity to work somewhere extraordinary. As a self‑financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, we are the caretakers of 56 kilometers of breathtaking landscapes from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario and the hosts of millions of visitors from around the world.

Our vision is ambitious: to become one of the most spectacular parks in the world. And we’re well on our way thanks to the passionate, enthusiastic, and caring people who power our organization. From attractions and retail to heritage, culinary, and golf operations, our career paths are as diverse as the lands we protect.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As a seasonal & part‑time team member, you’ll enjoy a variety of perks designed to support you at work and beyond, including:

• Additional $1.55/hr for each hour worked in lieu of benefits (seasonal bargaining unit only)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Vacation Pay
• Discounts at Niagara Parks retail, culinary, and golf locations
• Complimentary passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends
• Free entry at Niagara Parks attractions
• Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program
• Free Uniforms
• Free transportation on the WEGO Green Line and Falls Incline Railway

What You’ll Do

• Cutting grass with push mower, weed trimmer.
• Raking, seeding, applying top dressing, applying sod, and assisting Gardener with maintenance of beds.
• Responsible for raking and loading leaves.
• Clean and maintain pavilions.
• Picks up litter/debris and disposes, as necessary.
• Maintains cleanliness of washroom facilities as required.
• Fills liquid soap containers and hand towel stations in Public Washrooms as needed.
• Assist with tree planting under the direct guidance of Gardener or Team Lead.
• Driving licenced fleet vehicles, operating tractor, riding mower, utility vehicles, chainsaw.
• Performs basic horticultural maintenance tasks using lawn mowers, hand tools and other equipment.
• Loads and unloads materials, equipment, and garbage.
• Reports broken, lost or defective tools or equipment to Team Lead.
• Waters a variety of plants.
• Transports employees, supplies and materials to and from the job sites.
• Loads and unloads trucks with materials and equipment; secures loads on the trucks.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as sod cutters, rollers, fertilizer spreaders, aerators, front end loaders, forklifts, snow blowers and other equipment and a snowplough/sander tractor.
• Cleans and paints equipment such as, garbage baskets and barbecues.
• Cleans, washes, and maintains trucks and equipment.
• Sweeps, mops, disinfects, polishes floors; cleans basins, toilets, mirrors and disposes garbage as required.
• Removes boxes and garbage from building as required.
• May be required to salt, sand and removes ice and snow from pathways, sidewalks, and parking lots.
• Ability to perform the manual tasks of the position; communication and interpersonal skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to work weekends and in inclement weather conditions.
• Reports any vandalism to the grounds or equipment to the Supervisor or Manager.

What You’ll Bring

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or have the equivalent knowledge and experience. Knowledge of any applicable legislation/regulations including the
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• General knowledge of various construction and maintenance equipment is an asset.
• Various inhouse training on Riding Mowers, Tractors/Loaders and attachments, utility vehicles, trailers, licensed fleet vehicles, and chainsaw provided.
• One-year related work experience, plus one year on the job.
• Experience using hand tools, small equipment and general working knowledge of various horticultural construction and maintenance equipment.

Our Commitment to Accessibility & Inclusion

Since 1885, Niagara Parks has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural and cultural beauty of the Niagara River corridor for future generations. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

We provide a transparent, inclusive and barrier free hiring process consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation to address specific needs related to Code protected grounds, please contact us.

For questions about the collection or use of your personal information, or to request an alternate application format, contact us at 905‑295‑4377 ext. 0 or [e-mail].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Niagara Parks Commission uses AI-assisted tools to help organize and screen resumes based on limited factors such as keywords and role related terms. AI results are only a preliminary aid. Final decisions are made by human reviewers to ensure fair and accurate hiring decisions.