Job Opportunity

Position: Field Staff, R&I (Meadoway) - Seasonal
Organization: Toronto Region Conservation Authority
Location: Restoration Services Centre, Woodbridge/Vaughan, GTA Ontario

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $24.13 /hr, Max = $27.97/hr
Employment type: Temporary contract
Duration of employment: 6 months
Hours of work: 40 hrs/week
Work location: Restoration Services Centre & The Meadoway (101 Ridgetop Rd)
Division: Restoration and Infrastructure
Business unit: Restoration and Resource Management
Travel: 30%
Flexible Work Arrangement: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Seasonal Hire TRCA – 2026
Seasonal job opportunities are plentiful at TRCA. If you are looking for seasonal job openings, we can provide great opportunities and seasonal perks.

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Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on February 1, 2026.

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By working at TRCA you will:
• Work outdoors during the spring and summer in beautiful natural areas.
• Gain valuable experience working at a conservation authority.
• Get a free Conservation Ontario annual pass.
• Get access to TRCA’s Reciprocal Program (discounts across various Ontario attractions).

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Meadoway Field Staff position is responsible for assisting the Project Manager and Crew Leads to complete meadow restoration and invasive species management activities including site preparation, seeding, mowing, and herbicide application. Staff will learn relevant skills, techniques, and best management practices for meadow restoration and invasive species management. Field staff will assist crew leads and actively participate in the safe operation and maintenance of a range of tools and equipment including tractors, zero turn mowers and backpack sprayers.

The Meadoway Field Staff will participate in the implementation of meadow restoration and adaptive management activities including mowing, rototilling and invasive species management. This position plays an integral role in the on-ground implementation of meadow restoration and ecosystem enhancement through the management of invasive species and participates in the application of appropriate pesticides under the supervision of a licensed pesticide applicator. The role also requires demonstrated knowledge of native and invasive plants, good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team, and the ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

Major Responsibilities:

• Participates in ecological and maintenance projects
• Requirements of the role require consistent movement and physicality, such as walking, stretching, jumping, digging, lifting (up to 45lbs) /pushing/pulling items, cleaning, working on vegetation or other general strains
• Participates in the application of appropriate pesticides under supervision of a licensed pesticide applicator
• The location of the work site is outdoors and subject to uneven terrain and changing weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, precipitation and UV exposure
• Operates appropriate machinery and equipment required to execute work duties related to specific project/program area
• Directs the public to project notice signage and possibly providing contact information for additional information and inquiries, referring detailed questions and complaints to supervisor
• Participates in the daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning
• Assists with maintenance of equipment and vehicles, performs circle and other health and safety checks. Reports potential maintenance requirements to supervisor
• Incumbents may also be assigned other duties

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
• Minimum, pursuing a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field
• Valid Class G2 Driver’s License

Knowledge/Skill/Ability
• Familiar with basic equipment and power tools
• Ability and aptitude to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
• Demonstrated knowledge of native and invasive plants
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to solve issues
• Proficiency in MS Office for general office communications
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation
• Required to lift or carry objects that could weigh up to 45lbs

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While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.