GENERAL HANDYWORKER 3

Job ID: 61227
Job Category: Parks & Natural Resources
Division & Section: Parks & Recreation, PR Parks

Work Location: To Be Determined
Job Type & Duration: Full-Time Temporary
Hourly Rate: $31.73 (2026 rate)
Hours & Shift Information: To Be Determined
Affiliation: L416 Outside
Number of Positions Open: To Be Determined
Posting Period: 15-DEC-2025 to 13-MAR-2026



Please Note:

  • These positions will be available of not being filled at Work Selection
  • Shift Information, Work Location, and Duration will be confirmed on or after March 2026

 

 

Major Responsibilities:

  • Performs various tasks in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, construction and in general building, park and grounds maintenance.
  • Assists various Trade workers/Handyworkers 1 and 2 and others in their work and performs general construction, maintenance and repairs such as building repairs, setting up equipment, form and brick work, repair of furniture, equipment, etc.
  • Installs, operates, maintains and makes minor repairs to mechanical equipment.
  • Drives a vehicle as required to perform primary functions and may operate a forklift, rubber tire loader or overhead hoisting device.
  • Performs a variety of work not requiring the service of licensed trade.
  • Performs general grounds keeping duties such as grass cutting and snow removal. Performs other related work as assigned.



Key Qualifications:
Your resume must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

  1. Considerable experience performing a variety of semi-skilled work.
  2. Experience and knowledge of landscaping, building, construction practices and efficient operation and maintenance of associated equipment.
  3. Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.

 


You must also have:

  • Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment to perform the above tasks. Ability to work at heights including on scaffolding and mobile aerial equipment.
  • With the appropriate safety precautions, must be able to tolerate dusty, noisy, odorous conditions and heights.
  • Must be able to work in and have knowledge of confined space entry regulation. Must be able to use a computer.
  • Ability to read and interpret sketches. Ability to deal courteously with the public.
  • Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.
  • Must be physically capable of performing required duties and must be able to work in all weather conditions.
  • Must be available to work shift/weekend/overtime/on call duty.

 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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Accommodation

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