Seasonal Parks Labourer

The City of Quinte West invites applications for the following seasonal position:

Seasonal Parks Labourer, Public Works and Environmental Services

Reporting to the Supervisor of Parks and Open Space the Parks Labourer will perform maintenance and other operational duties as required for the safe operation of community parks and sports fields. The duties will include, but not be limited to, grass cutting, garbage/recycling collection, tent set-up, special event assistance, equipment operations, repairs and maintenance, landscaping, plant and lawn care, sports field maintenance.

Education/Specialized Training/Skills:

The position will require:

A minimum of a Grade 12 education or equivalent.
A Class G driver’s licence and a clean driver’s abstract.
Knowledge of special events operations.
Ability to operate equipment such as a truck, push mower, weed whipper, etc.
Effective communication skills.
Nice to have; Although not required, the following would be considered a preferred asset to the position.

Chainsaw Certification
WHMIS training
Basic First Aid/CPR
Propane Training
Work Experience:

A minimum of one (1) year of experience in parks maintenance is required. Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills are necessary.
Remuneration: 2025 C.U.P.E. Salary Grid Band 4 – $25.57/hr

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online with their resume by 11:59 pm on March 13, 2026. They may also visit the City of Quinte West website at www.quintewest.cafor more information.

The City of Quinte West does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates in its recruitment processes. All applications are reviewed and assessed by Human Resources staff and the hiring manager.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Quinte West is pleased to accommodate the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call 613-392-2841 x1106 or email [email protected] if you require an accommodation to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Applicants will be required to consent to the completion of a criminal reference check and the completion of a driver’s abstract, if deemed a requirement of the position.

Job Type: Seasonal

Contract length: 7 months

Pay: $25.57 per hour

Work Location: In person