Parks Labourer – Winter Operations

Town of Oakville; Oakville; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Oakville is seeking a Parks Maintenance Worker to perform litter pickup, debris removal, sod installation, and snow/shoveling tasks across parks and open spaces. You will operate standard maintenance equipment and help maintain safety and cleanliness in municipal properties.

Candidates should have Grade 12, a valid G license, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Weekend shifts may be required, and the role is a temporary full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License Class G; DZ asset; clean driving record.
• Understanding of Highway Traffic Act and OHSA.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Performs litter pick up and facility checks in the parks and open space system; reports issues to Lead-hand/Supervisor.
• Collects limbs and brush; rakes; debris and litter removal from roadsides, parks, etc.
• Prepares ground by hand digging, raking and laying sod.
• Adheres to schedules of waste pick ups and small litter removal.
• Shovel snow and salt walkways; act as a flag person on roadways.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment; reporting defects as required.
• Follow safety procedures per OHSA and Town policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Tools

Vehicles operation

Lawn and maintenance equipment

Job description

Posting Status

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Job Details

Temporary Full Time (CUPE 136T)

Duration

One (1) approximately 4 month contract available. Internal secondment applications are welcome. Please note, however, that members of management will not be considered for secondments into bargaining unit positions.

Closing Date

Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59 pm on November 3, 2026.

Shifts for this position will be from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm and may include some weekends.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs litter pick up and facility checks in the parks and open space system maintained by the Town; reports any incomplete work or issues to the Lead-hand and/or Supervisor;
• Collects limbs and brush; rakes; perform debris and litter pick-up from roadsides, creeks, parks, parking lots, etc;
• Prepares ground by hand digging, raking and laying sod;
• Adheres to assigned schedules of waste pick ups and small litter removal;
• Shovel snow and salt walkways as required;
• Act as a flag person on roadways;
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, tidy condition, making regular inspections and circle checks, reporting defects, etc. in a prescribed manner.
• Apply safety precautions and procedures in the performance of duties and the operation of motorized equipment ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ministry of Transportation Temporary Conditions for Road Work, standard operating procedures and policies of the Town of Oakville;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Grade 12 education or acceptable equivalent in education and experience. Previous related experience in parks maintenance and related equipment.
• A valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License Class G minimum, DZ is considered an asset (standard and automatic transmission) with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour. Note: Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration. Successful applicants will be required to provide the Corporation with a copy of their driver's licence and a current driver's abstract (no older than 30 days from their offer date) and will be required to pass a Town administered road test as a condition of employment.
• Must possess an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, effective communication, both oral and written, customer service and problem solving skills.
• Proficient time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Preference will be given to candidates having a minimum of 1 year's previous experience with machines and equipment used which includes: trucks, vans, tractors, loaders, mowing equipment, small hand equipment.
• Must be willing to work a 40-hour workweek in varying weather conditions and be available for shift work as required. May be required to work a rotating shift, including weekend shifts.

DATED:

October 27, 2026

The town’s recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview and selection process that their qualifications match those specified. The minimum threshold score for the practical assessment and interview components of the recruitment process is 75%.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.