Safety jobs in Canada

• Division & Section: Parks & Recreation, PFR Parks
• Work Location: To be determined
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary/Seasonal
• Hourly Rate: $32.03 (2025 rate)
• Hours & Shift Information: 40 hours per week, may include weekend and evening work
• Number of Positions Open: Talent pool for upcoming vacancies
• Posting Period: 15-Dec-2025 to 13-Mar-2026

• Maintains golf courses and related facilities to departmental standards as determined by the Supervisor of Golf Courses.
• Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following operational requirements:
• Operates all equipment related to golf course maintenance in a safe and efficient manner
• Operates diesel and gasoline powered equipment, including farm tractors, greensmowers, both riding and walking, triplex units, mechanical sand rakes, fairway mowers, large rotary mowers, aerifiers, top dressers, utility vehicles, mechanical sprayers, verticut units, power rollers, walking sod cutter, overseeder
• Sets up and operates semi-automatic and automatic irrigation systems, and performs basic repairs as required
• Performs maintenance of flower and shrub beds as required
• Performs routine golf course maintenance such as changing holes and tee blocks, repairing divots and ball marks, services ball washers and litter containers
• Cleans and maintains upkeep of fieldhouse and washroom facilities; performs routine inspections
• Makes necessary reports and interacts with the public to ensure the safe and orderly use of golf courses and provides good public relations
• Performs other related work as assigned
• Considerable experience working horticulture or in a golf course setting.
• Considerable experience in the operation of grass cutting equipment and small power tools.
• Experience in the repair and maintenance automated irrigation systems with tools specific to the requirements of the golf course operation.
• Experience in the operation of hydraulic equipment with manual or automatic transmissions.
• Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.

• Ability to set up and operate semi-automatic and automatic irrigation systems.
• Ability to assist in the repairs of equipment and to aid in the maintenance of said equipment.
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision; work well with co-workers, and members of the public.
• Familiarity with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS, and other regulations that apply to the nature of the Greenskeeper work.
• Must be able to work a 7-day week operation schedule with flexible starting times.
• Knowledge of golf course operations is considered an asset.

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