Posted 2 months ago
Groundskeeper/Equipment Operator
@ Canadian Base Operators
Meaford, Ontario
Overview
Canadian Base Operators is hiring a Groundskeeper/Equipment Operator on a contract basis at the Army Training Centre in Meaford. The role maintains about 6,900 hectares of training area, including roads, trails, turf, and chemical toilet supply, by operating grounds and heavy equipment. Candidates need a valid DZ-class licence, two years of heavy equipment experience, and a Government of Canada security clearance.
Pay:
$23.16–$27.02 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Safe operation of assigned equipment
- Maintenance of roads, grounds and training areas
- Turf, tree and shrub care
- Road sign replacement, concrete work and flood control
- Pest and beaver dam removal
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma
- Valid DZ-class driver's licence and clean driving record
- Two years operating grounds equipment
- Two years operating heavy equipment
- Government of Canada security clearance
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | General labour |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
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Canadian Base Operators
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Full company description
For over 25 years, Canadian Base Operators has provided customized facilities management and logistical support services to clients in the Canadian Defence, aviation, and energy sectors. We are a performance-based contractor, committed to partnering with clients to ensure the long-term success of their highly specialized facilities and operations. With our Corporate Office located in Collingwood, Ontario we provide hard and soft facilities management and airport services across Canada. We are experienced in providing turnkey facility management services for aerodromes and complete maintenance and management solutions for remote research and surveillance sites in the most critical environments. Facilities Management & Operations / DND services: Building Operations & Maintenance Power Plant & Heating Services Water Supply & Distribution Systems Supply & Inventory Management Roads & Grounds Simulator Maintenance Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance Transportation Logistics/Vehicle Movements Generator Systems Waste Water Treatment Facilities Snow & Ice Control (SNIC) Food Services/Accommodations/Janitorial Services Front Desk (Hoteling), Security, & Alarm Monitoring Environmental Protection Waste/Hazardous Materials Management HVAC/Electrical (Licenses: ESA#7016418, TSASK#11426)/Plumbing Pest Control Fire Detection Systems Heavy Equipment Operations Quarry Operations (Crushing, Drilling, & Blasting) Fire Services Artillery & Weapons Maintenance SMP Vehicle Maintenance (TAPVs, Cougars, Coyotes) Airport Services: Passenger & Baggage Handling Aircraft Re-fueling Fuel Farms Aircraft Anti/De-icing Services Electrical & Airfield Systems Maintenance Air Traffic Control Navaids Maintenance Aircraft Services (Lavatory Systems, Potable Water) Wildlife Control & Perimeter Security Radio Operators/Weather Observation Airfield Lighting Runway Grip-testing Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) Runway/Airfield Maintenance Electrical Safety Authority License Number 7016418
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,583
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 107
- Reported office locations
- 75 Commerce Valley Drive East, Markham, ON L3T 7N9, CA
- Business categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Facility Management
- Other recorded names
- Canadian Base Operators
- Canadian Base Operators Inc.
- Specialties
- Facility Management & Operations
- Aviation
- and Base & Camp Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
For over 25 years, Canadian Base Operators has provided customized facilities management and logistical support services to clients in the Canadian Defence, aviation, and energy sectors. We are a performance-based contractor, committed to partnering with clients to ensure the long-term success of their highly specialized facilities and operations. With our Corporate Office located in Collingwood, Ontario we provide…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Facilities Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Markham, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1994 |
| Specialties | Facility Management & OperationsAviationand Base & Camp Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 11 |
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The Roads and Grounds Operator is located in Meaford at the Army Training Centre – Central and typically reports directly to the Road and Grounds Supervisor. Their primary focus is to maintain the quality and usability of approx. 6900 hectares of training area, including 41 hectares of manicured grounds, 58 km of all-weather roads, 50 km of permanent tracks and trails and 277 km of seasonal tracks and trails. Support military training through supply and maintenance of chemical toilets.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment
- Maintain a clean and serviceable fleet; washing, greasing etc.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment; Roads and Grounds shop, equipment storage areas
- Maintain the various roads, grounds, training areas, and security works at the 4th Canadian Division Training Centre.
- Maintain turf grasses, trees and shrubs as required through the employment of various techniques such as pruning, irrigation, fertilizing, cutting, weed control, and spraying,
- Maintain specified grounds within the Training Area and Ranges
- Road sign replacement and repair, including mixing, placing and finishing concrete.
- Flood control through culvert and ditch maintenance
- Pest animal removal, beaver dam removal etc.
- Operate basic carpentry and power tools, mowers and small snow blowers, chainsaws, mixers, landscape equipment, material handling equipment, agricultural tractors/back hoes, and dump trucks.
- Perform other assigned tasks, as required.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Change Orientation
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Holds Self and Others Accountable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Values and Respects Others
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma
The following certifications/designations are considered an asset
- Knowledge of DND policies and procedures is an additional asset.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Valid DZ-Class Driver License
- Ability to obtain ARZ License
- Clean driving record
- 2 years’ experience operating small and medium sized grounds maintenance equipment,
- 2 years’ experience operating heavy equipment
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Proficient knowledge and understanding of:
- Know the correct use, maintenance and safety procedures of the hand tools and powered equipment related to this type of work while applying that knowledge
- Organization and time management
- Excellent oral and written communications skills (English)
- Must be able to achieve and maintain a Government of Canada Security Clearance
Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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