Sportsfield Operator

Oakville; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Oakville is seeking a temporary full-time Sports Field Maintenance position to support turf management, fertilizing, aeration, overseeding, and topdressing under supervision.

The role requires 1-2 years turf experience, OHSA knowledge, and a valid DZ driver's license with clean driving record. Work includes equipment operation, safe procedures, and report writing as part of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
• A Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Horticulture and/or Agriculture would be an asset.
• 1 - 2 years turf related experience with tractor operation required; a valid Ontario MOE license is also required.
• Must possess an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and OHSA.

Responsibilities

• Organize resources, supplies, labour, tools, and inform the Leadhand of needs.
• Operate vehicles, equipment, and tools safely and efficiently; train staff when needed.
• Adjust maintenance schedules for fertilizing, turf renovation, aeration, overseeding, and topdressing.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Valid DZ license

Safety awareness

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Horticulture/Agriculture degree (asset)

Tools

Tractor with attachments

Pesticide application license

Job description

Job Details

Temporary Full Time (CUPE 136T)

Posting Status

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.

Duration

Two contracts lasting approximately two months

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 oakville.ca by no later than 11:59pm on September 24, 2026.

Salary

Temporary Rate: $32.60

Full Time Rate: $33.20

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

This position reports to the Supervisor, Sports Fields and IPM receiving daily direction from the Leadhand Sportsfields. The functions performed in this position are in accordance with established standard operating procedures and practices. Work is checked and reviewed during the performance of it.

Job Responsibilities

• Organize resources, supplies, labour, tools, and inform the Sports Field Leadhand of anything required to carry out assigned tasks.
• Operate all vehicles, equipment, and tools in a safe and efficient manner and provide appropriate instruction to staff when necessary.
• Adjust maintenance schedules to efficiently carry out; fertilizing programs, turf renovation: aeration, over seeding, and topdressing, in accordance with current practices and cultural procedures.
• Familiarization with all official dimensions of playing surfaces; baseball diamonds, soccer pitches, football fields etc. as well as lining procedures and proper grooming procedures and requirements for safe playable surfaces.
• Ensure and assist staff in the safe and effective operation of grooming equipment.
• Ensure all surfaces are safe for daily use and inform Leadhand of unsafe conditions.
• Daily cleaning of all areas; player’s benches, backstops, under bleachers.
• Make recommendations to the Leadhand regarding necessary spray programs.
• Apply pesticides as directed.
• Awareness and fulfillment of tournament requirements and needs. Carry out assigned tasks with minimal interfere with play.
• Proper installation and maintenance of home plates, pitching points.
• Keep accurate records of daily tasks and report back to the Sports Field Leadhand.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Grade 12 education or acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
• A Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Horticulture and/or Agriculture would be an asset.
• 1 - 2 years turf related experience demonstrating basic knowledge in Sports Field Maintenance and the ability to operate a tractor with appropriate attachments is required. A valid Ontario Ministry of Environment Landscape, Forestry & Industrial Vegetation Exterminator License is also required.
• Must possess an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Must hold and provide a copy of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s Licence Class DZ minimum (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. The successful applicant, who is a new hire, will be required to provide the Corporation with a current drivers abstract (no older than 30 days) and pass a Town administered road test prior as a condition of employment.
• Must be willing to work a 40-hour workweek in varying weather conditions and be available for shift work as required.

DATED: September 15, 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 process that their qualifications match those specified. The minimum threshold score for each of the testing and interview components of the recruitment process is 70%.

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