Job Type: Seasonal & Part-Time
Job Status: Open Vacancy
Location: Niagara Falls, ON (On-site)
Compensation: $23.48/hr
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2026, and will be reviewed as they are received.
Please note that Niagara Parks operates seasonally; therefore, this position is expected to begin between April and July, depending on operational needs.
Join the Team Behind One of the World's Most Iconic Destinations
At Niagara Parks, every day brings an opportunity to work somewhere extraordinary. As a self‑financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, we are the caretakers of 56 kilometers of breathtaking landscapes from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario and the hosts of millions of visitors from around the world.
Our vision is ambitious: to become one of the most spectacular parks in the world. And we're well on our way thanks to the passionate, enthusiastic, and caring people who power our organization. From attractions and retail to heritage, culinary, and golf operations, our career paths are as diverse as the lands we protect.
Why You'll Love Working Here
As a seasonal & part-time team member, you'll enjoy a variety of perks designed to support you at work and beyond, including:
Additional $1.55/hr for each hour worked in lieu of benefits (seasonal bargaining unit only) Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Vacation Pay Discounts at Niagara Parks retail, culinary, and golf locations Complimentary passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends Free entry at Niagara Parks attractions Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program Exclusive Perkopolis discounts Free Uniforms Free transportation on the WEGO Green Line and Falls Incline Railway What You'll Do
Performs all cleaning activities on a systemic basis ensuring areas are maintained to high standards. Performs daily custodial routines (i.e., vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, shampooing, and spot cleaning of carpets and upholstery; removing of trash; cleaning, disinfecting, cleans basins, toilets, mirrors, showers and stocking with paper and supplies of restrooms). Completes laundering for the School of Horticulture Residence if applicable. Performs comprehensive custodial routines as assigned (i.e. stripping and waxing of floors; cleaning washing of all windows, walls, doors and exhibits, baseboards; cleaning and power washing pathways and floors). Removes garbage and recycling from various Niagara Parks sites. Required to use a utility vehicle and trailer. Performs litter pick up as assigned. Sets up furniture/equipment for meetings, classes, functions both indoors and outside as assigned. Ensures removal of ice and snow from entrances and walkways and other areas at various Niagara Parks sites as assigned. Performs minor maintenance duties throughout facilities such as greenhouse carts, cage doors and office furniture; replacement of a variety of light bulbs and fluorescent tubes, monitoring of heating radiators compressors and furnace filters, and greasing/oil checks for sub-pumps. Completes building maintenance checks as required. Complies with all applicable legislation as well as any related safety policies and procedures. Works with good housekeeping practices, lockout/tag out and safety to promote a safe working environment for all staff and guests. Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance for various Niagara Parks sites. Services and maintains custodial equipment. Submits written order requests for supplies and materials. Reviews and ensures all WHMIS and MSDS standards are maintained for all work-related products. Reports all damages and equipment failures, Performs inspections and testing on fire extinguishers, smoke and CO2 detectors, and emergency lighting. Maintained work logs and work-related documentation (i.e., time record and task schedules). Review and updates task specific procedures/manuals. Ability to work variety of shifts as required (days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, overnights, holidays). As assigned. What You'll Bring
Completion of a Secondary School Diploma or the equivalent knowledge and experience. Possession of a Class "G" drivers license. Requirement to complete Working at Heights Training and maintain the certificate (3-year renewal period) with the willingness to operate aerial and advanced cleaning equipment. Minimum of one (1) year experience handling minor building/equipment repairs and experience with cleaning materials/chemicals and equipment. Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job such as standing, kneeling, bending for long periods of time, lifting to 50 pounds, etc. Ability to work independently. Good oral and written communication. Ability to work independently. Ability to work a variety of shifts as required (day/night/weekends/weekdays/holidays). Good oral and written communication and a positive forward-thinking attitude. Our Commitment to Accessibility & Inclusion
Since 1885, Niagara Parks has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural and cultural beauty of the Niagara River corridor for future generations. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
We provide a transparent, inclusive and barrier free hiring process consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation to address specific needs related to Code protected grounds, please contact us.
For questions about the collection or use of your personal information, or to request an alternate application format, contact us at 905‑295‑4377 ext. 0 or
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Niagara Parks Commission uses AI-assisted tools to help organize and screen resumes based on limited factors such as keywords and role related terms. AI results are only a preliminary aid. Final decisions are made by human reviewers to ensure fair and accurate hiring decisions.
