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Roads and Grounds Operator

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Canadian Base Operators

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Canada , Meaford

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Job Description:

The Roads and Grounds Operator is located in Meaford at the 4th Canadian Division Training Centre 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. This is a full-time temporary position from October 2025 - March 2026 (with the possibility of extension).

Job Responsibility:

  • 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

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
  • High School Diploma
  • Proficient knowledge and understanding of 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
  • May be required to validate full vaccination prior to hire

Nice to have:

Knowledge of DND policies and procedures

What we offer:

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

Expiration:
January 09, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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