This position is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance operations of various Town of Marathon recreational grounds and facilities.

This position is encompassed by SEIU Local 2 BGPWU. This position is also open to all Town of Marathon employees, and internal applications will be processed according to the applicable collective agreement before external applications are considered.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·Minimum of grade 12 and 3 years’ experience in a related field

·Ability to develop maintenance work plans, recognize maintenance problem areas and develop and implement corrective action plans, and identify and implement improved work methods

·Ability to operate hand tools and small equipment

·Able to train, supervise and motivate part-time and casual staff

·Ability to perform rotating shifts to fulfil the requirements of a seven-day a week operation and ability to work overtime on short notice

·Physically able to perform all activities required within this department (i.e., lifting, climbing, digging, working at heights, etc.)

·Basic building maintenance skills including routine carpentry and plumbing

·Capable of working in inclement weather and in a team setting

·Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with the public and co-workers, handle concerns and complaints in an effective manner, plan and complete work in an efficient self-motivating manner,



and perform with minimal supervision

·Holds a valid Class "G" driver’s license and positive driving record, Class “DZ” driver’s license would be an asset

·Holds a valid standard first aid certificate, WHMIS Certificate, Chainsaw Certification and Basic Fall Arrest training

·Knowledge of safety and operational regulations as set out by the T.S.S.A., the Canadian Standards Association and the Province of Ontario as they pertain to the operation of parks, golf course, playgrounds, pools, arenas, community halls, and other municipal recreation facilities.

·Provide vulnerable sector check satisfactory to the Employer

Rate of Pay: $35.259 per hour along with a competitive benefit package and enrolment in OMERS pension plan.

Hours of work: 40 hours per week must be able to workdays, evenings and weekends

Applications indicating “Facility Operator” as the position being sought must be received no later than Friday, September 25th, 2026, to:

Andrea Gauthier, Corporate Services Manager

P.O. Bag “TM”, 4 Hemlo Drive

Phone: 229-1340 x2234 E-mail: [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $35.25 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Language:
- English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Facility Operator (Marathon)
🏢 Town of Marathon
📍 Marathon