Work outdoors. Make an impact. Join Ontario's heritage crew!
Join the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming for a unique seasonal opportunity at Discovery Harbour — a historic site on the original British Naval and Military base in Penetanguishene Bay.
As a valued member of the maintenance team, you'll help care for both modern and historic buildings and grounds, supporting the preservation of Ontario's rich heritage and many exciting events and programming including Pumpkinferno and Supernatural Saturdays. We offer a welcoming, inclusive work environment where your contributions make a real impact.
About the job
In this role, you will assist the maintenance team with:
• general maintenance and/or repair of the buildings, grounds and equipment, including basic plumbing and electrical work, maintenance of mechanical equipment and tools, basic carpentry and masonry work, grounds keeping, snow removal, cleaning, etc.
• general maintenance and/or repair of period attraction assets such as reproduction furnishings and historic vessels
• set up for special events and programming including setting up tents, picnic tables, portable toilets, etc.
• operate vehicles and equipment including tractors, trucks, utility vehicles, loaders, leaf blowers, line trimmers, lawn mowers, chain saws, and snow blowers, etc.
Please note: - you will be required to work weekend and/or evening shifts including holidays
- hours are commonly 40 hours per week but may fluctuate based on the timing of special events, programs and seasonal demands
- work schedules are set in advance of the workweek
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid G license or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof of a valid driver's license upon being hired
• A security clearance is required. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate successfully completing a security clearance.
Technical knowledge and skills:
• you possess knowledge of the operating standards of general maintenance to provide assistance with snow removal, waste removal, grounds keeping, special event set-up, general maintenance of buildings, grounds and equipment repair
• you are knowledgeable about the maintenance and sanitation of building facilities and utility maintenance
• you have the ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to: tractors, trucks, utility vehicles, loaders, leaf blowers, line trimmer
Customer service and communication skills:
• you have proven communication and interpersonal skills
• you are able to work in a team environment
Analytical skills:
• you have effective organizational skills to plan work and to ensure deadlines are met
• you have knowledge of and the ability to apply and interpret policies, procedures and regulations such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Computer proficiency:
• you are proficient with computers and common office productivity software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, internet, etc.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment