Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Hourly Wage:

$26.40

Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

September 17, 2026

Openings:

10

Position Summary
About Milton
Join one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most dynamic municipalities. The Town of Milton is proud to deliver high-quality, sustainable municipal services that support a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking community where residents thrive, businesses succeed, and nature is respected and protected.

Our vision is to foster a protected, diverse, and welcoming environment—one that honours its natural landscapes and rich heritage, supports thriving and inclusive neighbourhoods, nurtures a strong and balanced economy, and offers exceptional opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

What We Offer?
This position is eligible for the following:

Current Hourly Rate: $26.40-$28.51. Effective September 8, 2026, New Hourly Rate will be $27.06-$29.22.

Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and option to participate in the OMERS pension plan

Employee perks/discounts: Discount on Active Living Pass and Perkopolis

For further details of what we offer, please visit Why Milton

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Parks, the Seasonal Maintenance Operator supports daily activities of operational services within the division. The Seasonal Maintenance Operator will perform a variety of operational tasks to support various areas such as parks, sidewalks and open spaces, while ensuring they are meeting service levels and following all safety standards. Successful candidates must be able to work 40 hours per week on shifts that include working weekends on days and midnights.

Term: November 2, 2026 – March 31,



2027

Major Job Responsibilities

Performs winter park and sidewalk maintenance activities of salting, sanding and plowing

Performs general maintenance, cleanup duties and safety checks of Town sidewalks, parks, open spaces and outdoor ice rinks

Operates assigned vehicles and equipment including but not limited to trackless and attachments, snowblowers, gators, tractors, one-ton trucks, power tools and radio communications

Performs routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of assigned equipment and tools

Performs all duties in accordance with Ontario Health & Safety legislation and established policies & procedures

Follows equipment operating guidelines

Ensures all PPE is utilized and worn as per requirements

Perform pre and post audits of all equipment utilized

Complete equipment work order forms as required

Responds to customer inquiries according to established procedures and approved decision‑making framework

Maintains ongoing communication with internal staff and contractors to maintain a high level of efficiency and service

Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience
Minimum Qualifications

Secondary school diploma required or equivalent.

Minimum one (1) year experience in municipal public works or parks and/or other relevant and/or equivalent experience





Possession of a class “G” Ontario Driver’s license

Working knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations, i.e. OHSA

Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

Mechanical aptitude to operate relevant equipment

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Candidates must be physically fit and able to work in varying climatic conditions

Preferred Qualifications

Post-secondary education parks or maintenance or related field and/or combination of relevant post secondary education and related experience

Minimum two (2) years’ experience in municipal road or park operations

Standard CPR and First Aid

Excellent verbal, written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.

Note to Applicants

This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

The Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practices.

We thank all who apply, however only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.

Accommodations

Should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your full participation in the process.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.

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📌 Seasonal Maintenance Operator - Parks (Ontario)
🏢 Town of Milton
📍 Ontario