Seasonal Labourer - Parks
Posting Id
3092
Department
Community Services
Division
Public Works Operations
Section
Public Works Enhancement
Various Shifts (Successful Candidates will be assigned one of the below shifts times)
Monday to Friday- 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. OR
Thursday to Monday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Employment Opportunity Length
October 27, 2025 - March 27, 2026
Job Grade
CUPE Grade 10
Employee Group
CUPE
Rate of Pay
$27.11 - $27.39 Hourly
Job Type
Temporary Full Time
Replacement/New Position
New Hire
Posting Type
Internal and External
Posting Date
08/19/2025
Application Deadline
10/31/2025
Position Summary
Reporting to the Parks Supervisor(s), the Seasonal Labourer position will be responsible for performing various tasks including winter control operations, park and trail pruning, repairs to park infrastructure and waste and litter pickup throughout the City of Richmond Hill.Key Duties and Responsibilities
Work within a crew to maintain various parks and municipal properties
Investigate, assist and/or take corrective action for enquiries from the public, reporting issues to the Foreperson
Perform duties in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and City policies, procedures and practices.
Able to work various shifts including days, statutory holidays, evenings and weekends
Required to be on standby for the duration of the contract
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Knowledge
Experience in the operation of various winter maintenance equipment used in parks and road allowance (e.g. sidewalk machines (tractors), hand shovelling and salting)
Experience in horticulture, parks maintenance, and road maintenance and operations
Sound knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment application for several functional areas of parks maintenance work
Exercise some independent judgment and initiative
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Can effectively work under pressure and handle difficult customer situations
Physically able and competent to perform the physical demands of this position under adverse weather and site conditions
Required Skills/Knowledge Con't
Ontario Class "G" Driver’s License in good standing and must provide a satisfactory current Drivers Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO)
Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
Education and Experience
High School Diploma
Post-secondary education in parks operations, horticulture, arboriculture, or related fields is an asset
Standard First Aid and CPR certification
Leadership Competencies
Demonstrates personal leadership
Builds people and culture
Cultivates open communication
Shapes the future
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘View Jobs for Current Employees’ link on the City’s Careers Page.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
