Facility Assistant - Summer
Milverton, ON, Canada
Seasonal
PRCS
Student (College)
Corporation of the Township of Perth East
FACILITY ASSISTANT – Summer
(May 11 – September 4, 2026)
(Full-time, Contract position)
Job ID: PRCS-02-2026
The Township of Perth East is recruiting for a Facility Assistant - Summer for the Perth East Recreation Complex (“PERC”). FACILITY ASSISTANT – Summer
(May 11 – September 4, 2026)
(Full-time, Contract position)
Job ID: PRCS-02-2026
Under the supervision of the Manager, Recreation and Community Services, the Facility Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services (“PRCS”) employees by performing operational, maintenance and cleaning services to the Perth East Recreation Center (“PERC”) and other township owned and operated facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists with cleaning the arena, community hall, swimming pool and PERC grounds as assigned. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: sweeping floors and spectator stands, mopping floors, cleaning glass and windows and changing garbage.
- Supports the set-up and tear down for events hosted at the facilities.
- Provides assistance and information to PERC user groups.
- Keeps parking lot and entrances clean, clear of garbage and debris.
- Collects admission fees at sponsored events.
- Operates lawn tractor to mow grass at Township properties.
- Cleans park pavilions following rental.
- Maintains flower gardens by weeding, mulching and trimming shrubs and trees.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the PRCS Manager or supervising staff.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Requires some heavy lifting.
- Entry-level position where previous volunteer experience is desirable.
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Working knowledge of large equipment such as a tractor, lawnmower and weed whacker is desirable.
- Full G Driver’s License is preferred
Working Conditions:
- Candidates must be willing to work evenings and weekends
- Work indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to various weather conditions – heat, sun, rain, etc.
- Work can be physically demanding
Position Details:
- This is a position with variable hours based on operational need, up to 40 hours per week. The schedule is varied and includes days, evenings and weekends.
- 2026 Hourly Pay Range - Grade 2: $18.19 - $22.74 per hour
- Optional enrollment into the OMERS Pension Plan
- Employee Assistance Benefits
- All employees over the age of 18 must successfully pass a Criminal Background/Vulnerable Sector Check.
Competition closes at NOON on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online at:
Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Requests for accommodation can be sent to Human Resources at [email protected] or 519-595-2800 ext. 258.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
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