Park Attendant

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Job Description
Posted Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 12:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Position Details:

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $22.47/hr, Max = $26.07/hr (April 1, 2026 rate)

Employment type: Seasonal

Duration of employment: 5 months

Hours of work: 40 hrs/week

Work location: Heart Lake Conservation Area

Division: Conservation Parks & Lands

Business unit: Conservation Parks

Travel: None

Flexible Work Arrangements: None

Existing Vacancy: Yes



Seasonal Hire TRCA – 2026

Seasonal job opportunities are plentiful at TRCA. If you are looking for seasonal job openings, we can provide great opportunities and seasonal perks. To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon.



Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on March 31, 2026.



By working at TRCA you will:

Work outdoors during the spring and summer in beautiful natural areas.
Gain valuable experience working at a conservation authority.
Get a free Conservation Ontario annual pass.
Get access to TRCA’s Reciprocal Program (discounts across various Ontario attractions).


How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Park Attendant is responsible for customer service and maintenance of TRCA lands, trails, grounds, and gardens, along with cleaning buildings and facilities.


Major Responsibilities:

Performs basic landscape and grounds maintenance, utilizing various grounds and landscaping tools and equipment to conduct the work, performing safety inspections prior to usage.
Performs general cleaning functions, including garbage collection, cleaning of washrooms, building spaces etc.
Greets and engages with all visitors to provide exceptional visitor experiences.
Identifies and reports hazardous site conditions; ensures that staff and visitors do not encounter unsafe areas, materials or equipment.
Processes admissions, merchandise sales, snack bar (dependent on location) payments and transactions using point of sale systems.
Cash handling includes counting floats and summation of daily sales/revenue.
Participates in daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.


What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications)

Minimum pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent
Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

Strong health and safety aptitude
Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
Ability to manage conflicts and utilize de-escalation skills to resolve conflict situations
Required to lift or carry objects that could weigh up to 20 kg
Must be flexible to work all required shifts, including weekends and holidays


While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.



TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.



Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.

Job Details
Pay Type
Hourly
Employment Indicator
Temporary Contract
Travel Required
No
Hiring Min Rate
22.47 CAD
Hiring Max Rate
26.07 CAD
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Heart Lake Conservation Area, Brampton, ON L6Z, Canada