Field Staff, Restoration & Infrastructure (Nursery Operations) - Seasonal

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $ 24.13/hr, Max = $27.97/hr
Employment type: Seasonal
Duration of employment: 9 Months
Hours of work: 40 hrs/week
Work location: Restoration Services Centre
Division: Restoration & Infrastructure
Business unit: Restoration and Resource Management
Travel: 5%
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. To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon.
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 5th, 2026.
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 Field Staff, Restoration & Infrastructure performs a variety of field work activities which support environmental projects and programs delivered by the Erosion Risk Management, Restoration and Resource Management, Construction Services or Professional Services teams.
The Field Staff working on the Nursery Production team performs a variety of field work activities which support the propagation of indigenous plant material that will be used on ecological restoration projects and programs delivered by the Erosion Risk Management, Restoration and Resource Management, Construction Services or Professional Services teams.
Field staff working on the Nursery Production participate in the planting and daily maintenance of seedbeds and production fields, including aquatic and wet meadow plant potting and care, while developing skills in the cultivation and corrective pruning of field and container-grown plants, and conducting seed scouting, collection, and processing of local tree and shrub seed.


Major Responsibilities:
• Executes on a number of general field work duties related to specific project/program area
• Collects and inputs field data according to project scope
• Ensures that quality control and assurance measures are followed at all steps of the work process
• Assists with the transportation of materials to and from sites as required
• 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
• Repetitious and strenuous physical activities related to all nursery activities including digging, bending, lifting, manual weeding and the carrying of plant materials and equipment weighing 25-45lbs.
• Assists with identifying inventories for various plants and supplies for seasonal planting programing
• Operates appropriate machinery and equipment required to execute work duties related to specific project/program area
• 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/licenses)
• Minimum pursuing a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field
• Valid Class G2 Driver’s License
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
• Familiar with basic equipment and power tools
• 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 (I.e., mail, spreadsheet and word processing software, including online enablement software such as MS teams and SharePoint)
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation
• Required to lift or carry objects that could weigh up to 45lbs


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 a