Due to an exciting increase in workload, we’re hiring for multiple positions across various departments. This is your chance to join a agile, fast-paced environment where your skills can make a real impact. Explore all our openings and find the role that’s right for you – your next career move starts here! The Roads and Grounds Operator is located in Meaford at the Army Training Centre – Central and typically reports directly to the Road and Grounds Supervisor. Their primary focus is to maintain the quality and usability of approx. 6900 hectares of training area, including 41 hectares of manicured grounds, 58 km of all-weather roads, 50 km of permanent tracks and trails and 277 km of seasonal tracks and trails. Support military training through supply and maintenance of chemical toilets.
Duties And Responsibilities The safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment
Maintain a clean and serviceable fleet; washing, greasing etc.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment; Roads and Grounds shop, equipment storage areas
Maintain the various roads, grounds, training areas, and security works at the 4th Canadian Division Training Centre.
Maintain turf grasses, trees and shrubs as required through the employment of various techniques such as pruning, irrigation, fertilizing, cutting, weed control, and spraying,
Maintain specified grounds within the Training Area and Ranges
Road sign replacement and repair, including mixing, placing and finishing concrete.
Flood control through culvert and ditch maintenance
Pest animal removal,



beaver dam removal etc.
Operate basic carpentry and power tools, mowers and small snow blowers, chainsaws, mixers, landscape equipment, material handling equipment, agricultural tractors/back hoes, and dump trucks.
Perform other assigned tasks, as required.
Competency Requirements Change Orientation
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Teamwork and Collaboration
Values and Respects Others
Education Requirements High School Diploma
The following certifications/designations are considered an asset
Knowledge of DND policies and procedures is an additional asset.
Work Experience Requirements Valid DZ-Class Driver License
Ability to obtain ARZ License
Clean driving record
2 years’ experience operating small and medium sized grounds maintenance equipment,
2 years’ experience operating heavy equipment
Skills, Abilities, And Other Requirements Know the correct use, maintenance and safety procedures of the hand tools and powered equipment related to this type of work while applying that knowledge
Organization and time management
Excellent oral and written communications skills (English)
Must be able to achieve and maintain a Government of Canada Security Clearance
Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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📌 Groundskeeper/Equipment Operator (Ontario)
🏢 Canadian Base Operators
📍 Ontario