Park Maintenance Leader Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Lac Seul First Nation; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental organization seeks a Park Maintenance Leader to supervise maintenance operations at Ojibway Provincial Park. This role includes overseeing water and wastewater systems and leading a seasonal maintenance team. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about outdoor work and committed to ensuring operational excellence in park facilities.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to work shifts.
• Experience in operational maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance staff and oversee park operations.
• Maintain water and sewage systems to meet standards.
• Perform repairs on facilities and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Operational Maintenance

Education

Valid Class 'G' Driver's License

Emergency First Aid Certificate

Tools

Powered Equipment

Job description

Apply By: Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Park Maintenance Leader

Job ID: 231232
Posting status: Open
Organization: Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Division: Ojibway Provincial Park
City: Sioux Lookout
Position(s) language: English
Job term: 1 Temporary annually recurring seasonal contract from approximately April to October each year
Job code: 93004 - Mtce Mechanic 2
Salary: $26.98 - $29.90 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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 Ojibway 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

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.
• You have a valid emergency first aid certificate or have the ability to obtain it.
• You are able to work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule.

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.

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 we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives https://www.ontario.ca/page/about-ontario-public-service#section-2
• accessibility https://www.ontario.ca/page/accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-public-service-anti-racism-policy

Additional information

Apply by: Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
• 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 28 weeks, Sioux Lookout, North Region
Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours: Schedule 4.7 https://www.ontario.ca/page/careers-job-ad-definitions#:~:text=a%20specific%20salary.-,Schedule,-The%20category%20that
Category: Parks
Posted on: Thursday, June 12, 2025

How to apply:

1. You must apply online
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Strengthening Ontario, together

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