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Students, Recreation, Parks and Facilities Summer Student Position Non-Union The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban/rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector. The municipality is currently recruiting summer students for its Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department. Position Responsibilities The usual responsibilities of the position are: Assisting and supporting staff with day-to-day maintenance and duties at Township facilities and parks including sports fields, turf maintenance, open spaces and playgrounds; Performing ground maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming, and planting of flowers; Performing splash pad maintenance and undertaking splash pad readings; Performing safe operation, care and maintenance of assigned tools, equipment and vehicles such as tractors, riding mowers, utility vehicles, pickup trucks, string trimmers, roto tillers, blowers and a variety of hand tools; General labour duties including hand shoveling, raking, etc.; Picking up garbage, debris and litter from parks, parking lots, etc.; Communicating courteously with the general public and where necessary refer inquires to a full-time staff; Performing all duties in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, regulations, and Township policies and procedures; and Performing other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Experience All applicants must provide confirmation of post-secondary full time student status in current academic year and/or acceptance into full time studies in September 2026. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with staff and the public in an effective and courteous manner. Any related experience in sports field, turf maintenance or parks operations is considered an asset. Ability and willingness to work in varying climate conditions. Willingness to work a 40-hour work week and ability to work shifts including weekends and statutory holidays as required. A valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver''s Licence Class G2 required (Ontario Driver''s Licence Class G preferred) with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour. Successful applicants will be required to provide the Township with a copy of their drivers'' licence and submit a driver''s abstract to verify a driving record in good standing as a condition of employment. Successful candidates must abide by Ontario Health & Safety Legislation and follow Township Health and Safety Policies, and Public Health Guidelines. Successful candidates will be required to provide their own CSA approved safety boots to be worn daily. Rate of Pay The rate of pay is $21.33 per hour (2026 rate) plus vacation pay and statutory holidays as per the Employment Standards Act. Hours of Work This position will work 40 hours per week including afternoons and weekends. Successful incumbents must be available to work exclusively from May to Labour Day. How to Apply Apply online by visiting . Closing Date: February 8, 2026 Position Status: Four (4) open, existing summer student positions Note: Applications that are not submitted online will not be considered. All applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence pertaining to this recruitment may be sent to the email address provided. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they check their email regularly. The Township may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select candidates.Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment. The Township thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accessible Accommodations As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need. Updated January 15, 2026