Visitor Facilities Attendant I

5 days ago


Tobermory, Ontario, Canada Parks Canada Full time

Reference number

CAP26J

Selection process number

2026-CAP-ECO-BPFF-EA-IND-011

Location

Tobermory (Ontario)

Employment tenure

Anticipatory: Indeterminate (Year-round, 1.0FTE)

Salary

$22.33 to $24.30 per hour - under review

Level

GS-BUS-02 - Visitor Facilities Attendant I

Who can apply

Open to residents of the province of Ontario

Preference will be given to those residing within 60KM of Tobermory, and members of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Anishinabek.The distance between your residence or your employment location and the position location will be determined using data provided by the Natural Resources Canada, Geomatics Canada's website. For information on how to use this website, please visit: http://jobs-

About the position

Duties

Do you love keeping things clean and organized? Enjoy working outdoors and taking pride in a job well done? Visitor Facilities Attendants play a vital role in maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming spaces at Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Park—helping ensure exceptional experiences for every visitor.What you will do:

  • Clean and maintain park buildings, washrooms, composting toilets, and surrounding grounds
  • Empty, sanitize, and restock waste, recycling, and service receptacles
  • Follow established cleaning standards, safety protocols, and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning products
  • Operate and care for equipment such as pressure washers, carpet cleaners, shop vacuums, and UTVs
  • Complete minor repairs and basic upkeep of facilities, fixtures, and signage
  • Work both independently and as part of a team to meet daily priorities and service standards
  • Provide friendly, professional assistance to visitors and respond to questions as needed

This role is ideal for someone who takes initiative, enjoys physical and outdoor work, and is motivated by contributing to clean, safe, and positive visitor experiences.

Work environment

Bruce Peninsula National Park (BPNP) and Fathom Five National Marine Park (FFNMP) are located at the northern tip of the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula, within the territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Anishinabek.

Bruce Peninsula National Park features dramatic cliffs plunging into the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay, vast forests, and diverse habitats that support black bears, rare reptiles, ancient cedar trees, and unique orchids and ferns.

Fathom Five National Marine Park, Canada's first national marine park, is renowned for its deep freshwater ecosystem, striking rock formations, cliff-top forests, historic shipwrecks, and rare orchid species.

Together, these parks protect rich and complex ecosystems at the heart of the Great Lakes. Each year, they welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors seeking adventure, inspiration, and a deeper connection with nature.

Intent of the process

This process is intended to fill existing vacancy(ies) but may be used to fill vacancy(ies) with the same or similar work description and language requirements, including indeterminate (permanent), seasonal, term and acting opportunities, or in different locations.

Number of positions to be filled: 1

Positions to be filled

1

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Possess and maintain a valid Class G2 or G drivers licence.

Learn more about security screening process.

Operational Requirements
  • Wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy.
  • Work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required.
  • Work and travel in a range of environments, including varied terrain, weather conditions, and occasionally remote or isolated locations, using different modes of transportation.
  • Obtain and maintain required certifications such as Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), First Aid, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education:A secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training, experience relevant to the position.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

Experience:

  • Experience in providing cleaning/janitorial services.
  • Experience in performing minor maintenance tasks.
  • Experience in providing good service to the public.
Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of Parks Canada places and its mandate
  • Knowledge of Saugeen Ojibway Nation Anishinabek

Abilities:

  • Ability to perform cleaning/janitorial services and minor maintenance tasks.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize work and problem solve.
  • Ability to follow written instructions/directions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Personal Suitability:

  • Demonstrating integrity and respect.
  • Thinking things through.
  • Working effectively with others; and
  • Showing initiative and being action oriented.
Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

How to apply

Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.

Information you must provide

  • Your résumé
  • Contact information for 2 references

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Theresa Munn

Email address: hrecofu-



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