Job Description

Job Scope:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Parks and Recreation, the Parks and Recreation Operator performs routine maintenance on all recreational facilities and municipal parkland properties including the ability to operate the associated equipment, the materials and methods used in those operations.

DUTIES:

Performs general labour, operation, maintenance, and support of recreation facilities including ice surface, ball diamonds, fields, sport courts, parks, playgrounds, trails, splashpad, skate park, marinas, and cemeteries Maintains ice and operates ice resurfacer during ice season Maintains seasonal grass, landscaping, and flowers maintenance Performs facility repairs, event setup/takedown, and janitorial duties Performs regular maintenance on all departmental equipment; reports repairs required to equipment and/or facilities Completes daily work documents and other administrative documents including time sheets, and incident reports In the event of emergency, safely evacuates patrons of the arena and community centre Responds positively and effectively to customer inquiries and/or concerns Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of OSSD. A post-secondary diploma/degree in Sport and Recreation Management, Recreation and Leisure, Outdoor Recreation, Leisure Studies, or a related field considered an asset Basic refrigeration training preferred. Certified Ice Technician (CIT) and/or Certified Parks Technician (CPT) considered an asset Experience working in arena operations Experience in operation and maintenance of the ice plant and resurfacing equipment, landscaping equipment and basic understanding of preventative maintenance considered an asset Ability to work independently with minimal, on-site supervision, and as part of a team Proven ability to work cooperatively and establish good relations with coworkers and the public at large, demonstrating effective customer service and communications skills Proven ability to take initiative and apply considerable ingenuity and practical knowledge to tasks Must be able to perform work in accordance withs sound safety practices and procedures; must be able to obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR certificate Flexibility to be available for emergency call-ins Valid Class G license and clear criminal background check required

HOURS OF WORK

:

40 hours/week Hours based on seasonal needs which may include days, evenings, weekends and/or holidays on rotational shifts

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Pay rate: CUPE Grade 11 ($27.55 - $33.61/hour) Enrolment in OMERS pension plan (optional)

TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume clearly marked,

"Parks and Recreation Operator"

before 12:30 p.m. September 2, 2025, to the attention of:

Human Resources

Municipality of Brighton

Box 189, 35 Alice Street

Brighton, ON K0K 1H0

hr@brighton.ca

Posted in accordance with Article 18 of the CUPE Local 5085 Collective Agreement.

Personal information and any supporting material obtained will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom and Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Alternative formats of job postings and accommodation during recruitment are available upon request by contacting Human Resources at 613-475-0670.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.55-$33.61 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee assistance program On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-09-02