The Corporation of the Town of Midland
 invites applications for the position of

Parks Summer Student

(summer contract, 40 hours per week)

Join our innovative team of collaborators who are passionate about providing exceptional municipal services to our community. We strive to help our employees to reach their professional goals through rewarding projects, collaborative team environments, and professional development. The Town of Midland is committed to fostering a learning environment where students can acquire new and build on existing skills and where their contributions are valued and encouraged. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract, in accordance with the duties of this position. The successful candidate(s) must provide their own CSA approved safety boots.

This position is a summer contract until the end of August. Scheduled shifts on weekdays and weekends on a 40-hour work week. The hourly wage range for this position is $18.20 to $21.41.

Application: If you are interested in this opportunity, apply directly through our ADP Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Instructions on how to apply to this opportunity (or other postings) can be found on our website. No phone calls please.

This posting closes on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m.

Position Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work both individually and as part of a team to maintain outdoor recreational spaces and assist in providing quality recreational opportunities for users.
• Perform playground inspections and general maintenance or restoration.
• Engage in a variety of park maintenance duties such as: garbage collection and pickup, graffiti removal, sign installation and repair, restroom and facility cleaning, beach maintenance, grass cutting and trimming, vegetation removal, trail repairs and cleaning, and painting.
• Sports field upkeep, restoration, and maintenance duties such as: grooming baseball diamonds, setting up base, line painting, watering and irrigation, flooding maintenance and repairs, grass cutting and trimming, soccer net installation and maintenance, and disc golf course maintenance.
• Interact with sports league convenors and coaches regarding park rules, regulations, and user expectations.
• Provide customer service to the public in a kind and respectful manner.
• Operate equipment such as: mowers, trimmers, hand blowers, trail blowers, groomers, pickup trucks, and hand tools.
• Maintenance of trails requires active walking/hiking of new or existing trail areas, clearing/cutting bush/brush/trees, building and/or repairing trails, structures, and installing signs.
• Perform other general municipal maintenance duties as assigned in accordance with departmental and corporate objectives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current enrollment in a secondary or post-secondary educational institution.
• Currently between the ages of 15 – 30.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Certification in First Aid/CPR & WHMIS is an asset.
• G or G2 class Driver’s License in good standing is required.

Effort/Physical Demands

• Physical demand requires standing, sitting, lifting, crouching, and walking.
• Visual attention for health and safety compliance and personal safety while on the job.

Working Conditions

• CSA approved safety boots must be purchased by students and worn at all times.
• Staff shirts will be supplied by the Town and must be worn at all times.
• Work in extreme outside conditions (heat/cold).
• May be required to work occasional weekends, evenings, and special events.