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Parks Equipment Operator
@ City of Greater Sudbury
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
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Overview
The City of Greater Sudbury is hiring eight seasonal part-time Parks Equipment Operators until March 26, 2027, working up to 48 hours bi-weekly on shifts at $31.20 per hour. The role operates riding mowers and farm or municipal tractors with attachments to maintain turf and grounds at Parks Services sites. Applications close November 9, 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Operate riding mower with 10-foot deck or greater
- Operate farm or municipal tractor with attachments
- Maintain turf and grounds at Parks Services sites
- Follow CGS Safety Manual and provincial legislation
Requirements summary:
- Grade XII secondary school completion
- Six months of directly related experience
- Proven riding mower and tractor operation
- Some mechanical knowledge
- Valid driver's licence and acceptable driving record
- Excellent English, verbal and written
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- 2026-11-15
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- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 24 |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
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City of Greater Sudbury
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 50 |
Job description
Job Description
Section: Parks Services
Division: Parks and Recreation Services
Department: Community Services
Initial Reporting Location: Kathleen Depot (Various Locations)
Job Status: Seasonal Part Time Positions
Estimated Probable Duration: Until March 26, 2027
Number of Vacancies: 8
Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes
Rate of Pay: $31.20 per hour
Main Function: Operate Turf and Landscape equipment in the maintenance of turf and grounds within Parks Services sites.
Characteristic: Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Horticulture.
Duties
Qualifications
If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.
We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.
Live outside Canada or new to Canada?
The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)
Contact Us
For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email [email protected]
Section: Parks Services
Division: Parks and Recreation Services
Department: Community Services
Initial Reporting Location: Kathleen Depot (Various Locations)
Job Status: Seasonal Part Time Positions
Estimated Probable Duration: Until March 26, 2027
Number of Vacancies: 8
Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes
Rate of Pay: $31.20 per hour
Main Function: Operate Turf and Landscape equipment in the maintenance of turf and grounds within Parks Services sites.
Characteristic: Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Horticulture.
Duties
- Operate Riding Mower with 10 foot deck or greater, or similar type of equipment in the maintenance of turf and grounds within the Parks Services sites.
- Operate farm tractor/municipal tractor with attachments in the maintenance of turf and grounds within the Parks Services sites.
- Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Six (6) months of directly related experience.
- Proven ability to operate a Riding Mower with a 10 foot or greater, or similar type equipment.
- Proven ability to operate a farm tractor/municipal tractor with attachments.
- Must have some mechanical knowledge to avoid damage to the equipment.
- Ability to read and follow manufacturer’s routine maintenance instructions.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
- Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s license, and have an acceptable driving record.
If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.
We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.
- Click on the Apply for Job button.
- Follow the step by step application process.
- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
- .doc
- .docx
- .txt
- .rtf
- Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
- Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.
Live outside Canada or new to Canada?
The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)
Contact Us
For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email [email protected]
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