Labourer/Seasonal Parks

Aurora; Aurora; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Aurora is seeking a Seasonal Labourer- Parks to perform winter maintenance, including snow clearing, hauling, removal and winter salting operations, reporting to the Parks Supervisor.

The role covers maintenance, construction and repair work on parks, open spaces, water courses and sports fields, plus daily tree maintenance, pruning, ice rink upkeep, garbage collection and event setups.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with demonstrated experience in parks maintenance.
• Ability to operate tractors, loaders with attachments, plows and tree pruning equipment.
• Standby/on-call availability; ability to work days, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform winter maintenance including snow clearing, hauling, removal and winter salting operations.
• Maintain, construct and repair parks, open spaces, water courses and sports fields.
• Carry out daily tree maintenance, pruning, outdoor ice rink maintenance, garbage collection and event setups.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Demonstrated experience in parks maintenance and construction, arboriculture, horticulture, and winter maintenance

Tools

Parks equipment operation

Tractors and loaders with attachments

Plows and tree pruning equipment

Job description

Employment Type: CUPE Seasonal (November 2026 to April 2027 approx.)

Vacancy Reason: New Vacancy
Salary Range: $26.94-$29.93 per hour

Closing Date: September 23, 2026

The Town of Aurora is located in the heart of York Region and just 30 kilometers north of Toronto. Our vision is to become a progressive community with a small-Town charm and our mission is to deliver exceptional services that make people proud to call Aurora home. Our workforce is talented, diverse, and committed to fostering a culture that exemplifies teamwork, embraces innovation, and values diversity, equity, and inclusion to achieve mission excellence. It is important that our workforce reflects t he citizens we serve. Come join us at the Town of Aurora, "You're in Good Company".

Position Summary

Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, the Seasonal Labourer- Parks will be responsible to perform winter maintenance including snow clearing/hauling/removal and winter salting operations. In addition, this position will be responsible for maintenance, construction and/or repair work related to parks, open spaces, water courses, sports fields, daily tree maintenance, pruning, outdoor ice rink maintenance, garbage collection and event set ups.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with demonstrated experience in parks maintenance and construction, arboriculture, horticulture, and winter maintenance.
• Possess working knowledge of parks-related equipment operation and maintenance and the ability to operate various tractors and loaders with attachments, pick up trucks with plows and tree pruning equipment.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with staff and the general public and work well under direction and also take initiative to respond appropriately to situations.
• Ability to read, comprehend and understand WHMIS labels, equipment manuals, complete logs and incident reports to fulfil health and safety obligations. Must have a practical working knowledge of health and safety regulations, and procedures.
• Standby/on call is a mandatory requirement of this position and must be available to work days, afternoons, evenings and weekends including 24-hour on-call, as scheduled.
• A Class G driver's license in good standing is required. A DZ license would be considered an asset.

Successful applicants to this position will be required to provide a Police Criminal Record Check, Driver's Abstract and CVOR Abstract that is satisfactory to the Town prior to their start date at the applicants' own cost.

The Town of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to recognizing and celebrating the diversity of opinion, talent and expertise that make each person unique. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicant information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment with the Town of Aurora. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division at 905-727-3123.

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