Parks Summer Labourer 2026

Town of Wasaga Beach • Wasaga Beach, ON

4d • CA$18 - CA$19 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Town of Wasaga Beach as a Parks Summer Labourer! This role is ideal for individuals heading to college or university in the fall who possess a full Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License. The position involves working outdoors, building valuable skills, and making a positive impact on our parks and community. As a Parks Summer Labourer, you will assist in maintaining parks, beachfront areas, sports fields, cemeteries, trails, and facilities, while also supporting scheduled summer special events.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled full-time in post-secondary programs for the next academic year.
• Ability to work varied shifts (5 am to 1 pm or 1 pm to 9 pm) weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Physically capable of performing manual labour in all weather conditions.
• Valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License, and provide a clean Driver’s abstract upon hire
• Ability to provide a satisfactory criminal Reference Check, Level 1 upon hire
• Must have CSA-approved work boots (minimum 6” height to cover the ankle)

Nice To Haves

• Strong public relations and communication skills are an asset.
• Experience in beach/park operations, horticulture, or landscaping is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of the Town of Wasaga Beach is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Picking up garbage and maintaining the beachfront.
• Operating pickup trucks and trailers to get to and from job sites.
• Using riding and push mowers, trimmers, and other maintenance equipment.
• Working with the Arborist, and Beautification team to complete tasks.
• Supporting Town event setup and cleanup.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $17.85 – $19.31
• Beachfront maintenance at the “Longest freshwater beach in the world”
• Baseball field upgrades
• Two new playground builds
• Ongoing beautification projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed