Parks & Facilities Operator

About the Township Nestled along the trails, shoreline and beautiful hills of Simcoe County, the growing municipality of the Township of Oro-Medonte offers a unique experience to work, live and play. Built on the care for our land and community, the Township leads with a people first mindset, seeking opportunities to continually improve our commitment to deliver exceptional public services, improve our ways of working, and support our team’s development. About the Role The Township of Oro-Medonte is currently seeking applicants for the part-time position of Contract – Parks & Facilities Operator for the Operations and Community Services Department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Parks & Facilities, the Contract Parks & Facilities Operator shall be responsible for providing day-to-day maintenance and operation of the community arena, parks and recreational facilities, while ensuring safety and maintaining a high level of customer service. Highlights of Key Responsibilities include: * Performs maintenance, inspection and record keeping of all recreational facilities and community halls, including the arena ammonia plant & ice surface conditions, and other building maintenance functions; * Responsible for operating (and maintaining in a clean and tidy condition) light and medium duty trucks, ice resurfacing/maintenance equipment, and some heavy equipment for parks operations; * Responsible for the custodial duties to maintain facilities and park grounds in a clean and safe condition; * Other duties as assigned. WHAT YOU BRING The applicant must possess a high school diploma and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience as well as technical skills in ice making and resurfacing, refrigeration plant operation, and general facility maintenance. Certification in First Aid/CPR, O.R.F.A. Basic Refrigeration, and Ice Maintenance and Equipment Operations certificates are required. The successful applicant shall be knowledgeable of the Ontario Health and Safety Act, WHMIS and be available to work in a variety of environmental conditions. The position of Facility Operator is a physically strenuous position, which includes but is not limited to shoveling, raking, sweeping, bending, lifting, carrying and the use of equipment and supplies. A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and Criminal Record Check are also required for this role. WHAT WE OFFER This contract position offers a salary commensurate with experience and education (2026 wage schedule range of $28.08-33.74 per hour). The working hours for this casual position will be a maximum of 24 flexible hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays, from approximately September to April. The Township of Oro-Medonte is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and respect. APPLICATION DEADLINE If you are interested in joining our team of dedicated municipal professionals, we encourage you to submit an application through our Township’s website via the link below by 4:30 p.m. on September 1, 2026. We thank all applicants who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The operator is responsible for the daily maintenance and operation of community arenas, parks, and recreational facilities. This includes performing custodial duties, maintaining ice surfaces, and operating various light to heavy-duty equipment.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience in facility maintenance and ice operations. Required certifications include First Aid/CPR, O.R.F.A. Basic Refrigeration, and Ice Maintenance and Equipment Operations.

• First AidPreferred

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• Facility maintenance
• Ice making
• Ice resurfacing
• Refrigeration plant operation
• Custodial duties
• Equipment operation
• Record keeping
• First Aid
• CPR
• WHMIS
• Health and safety compliance
• Facility Repair And Maintenance
• Equipment Operation
• Record Keeping
• Ammonia Production
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer Service
• Operations
• Public Service
• Refrigeration Plant
• Team Building

• Government & Public Sector
• Trades
• Sports & Recreation
• Administrative
• Facilities Operations Manager
• Waste / Recycling Worker
• Garbage and Recycling Collectors
• Recycling and Reclamation Workers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

24 hours per week