Crew Leader (The Meadoway) – Seasonal

Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $ 29.73/hr, Max = $ 34.45/hr
Employment type: Temporary contract
Duration of employment: 7 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. 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 1, 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 Meadoway Crew Leader leads a team of 3-8 staff to implement meadow restoration and invasive management activities. These activities may include site preparation, seeding, mowing, and herbicide applications. Candidates will demonstrate the relevant skills, techniques, and best management practices for meadow restoration and invasive species management. The Crew Leader actively participates in the safe operation and maintenance of a range of tools and equipment including tractors, zero turn mowers and backpack sprayers.
This position plays an integral role in the on-ground implementation of meadow restoration and ecosystem enhancement through the management of invasive species, bringing their leadership skills together with their ecological knowledge. Occupational health and safety is a major responsibility of this position, additional requirements include the ability to manage time, provide accurate estimates of task completion, and complete activities on schedule; familiarity with basic equipment and power tools; demonstrated knowledge of native and invasive plants; strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team; effective communication with tact and courtesy; and the capacity to perform physical outdoor labour, including heavy lifting up to 45 lbs.


Major Responsibilities:
• Performs meadow and adaptive management activities , liaising with the Project Manager and other team members to coordinate field work activities to ensure work is completed in compliance with TRCA policies, standards and timelines.
• Conducts field work and supports the coordination of field work by providing on-site work coordination and leadership to the team.
• Ensures quality control are completed daily, with records maintained and accessible.
• Complete daily work reports, and project information records as assigned.
• 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 strain
• The location of the work site is outdoors and subject to uneven terrain and changing weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, precipitation and UV exposure
• Coordinates the operation and maintenance of equipment as required (ranges from small tools and measuring devices to heavy equipment)
• Participates in and/or leads daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning
• Incumbents may also be assigned other duties
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
• Completion of college diploma in Resource Management, Ecological Restoration or Management, Environmental or Engineering Science, Landscape Design, Forestry, Construction, or a related field
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification
• Ontario Pesticide Exterminator’s License (Land or Forestry)
Experience
• 2+ years of experience in implementation tasks in areas of specialization.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
• The ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in a field environment, is able to break down site required activities and delegate and estimate time / resources / budget required to complete tasks
• Familiar with basic equipment and power tools
• Demonstrated knowledge of native and invasive plants
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations