Caretaker Mechanic Maintenance – 161-25-2  
Parks & Recreation, Community
Part Time Contract

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 for Caretaker Mechanic Maintenance  with Parks & Recreation, Community Department. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website.

Online applications accepted through https://www.sixnations.ca/careers/

NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED. Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Caretaker Mechanic Maintenance role reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Maintenance Team Leader and the Assistant Maintenance Team Leader when the Maintenance Team Leader is absent from the workplace.

The Caretaker Mechanic Maintenance perform all duties as assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader to coordinate and implement the care taking and maintenance services at all recreation facilities:

• Arena
• Sports Fields & Running Track
• Ball Diamonds
• Community Hall
• Diamond Concession, Booth Washrooms, Showers
• Youth & Elder’s Centre
• Ball Hockey Rink
• Recreation Office & Conference Room
• Splash Pad

Or all exterior grounds around each facility that is under the control of the Six Nations Parks and Recreation Department, within the policies and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council.

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of Grade 10 education and a minimum of 1 year of working experience in facility maintenance or a combination of a minimum of 2 years apprenticeship training in a related discipline and 2 years working experience in facility maintenance.
• Possess or be eligible to obtain a Refrigeration Operator’s Class “B” Certification would be an asset.
• Possess or be eligible to obtain the Ontario Recreation Facilities Association’s Technician Certification for arenas.
• Be mechanically inclined and knowledgeable about refrigeration equipment, plumbing, heating, carpentry, electrical and small engines.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, especially during the evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to organize work priorities so all deadlines are met.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of how to complete administration forms, log books and work schedules.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1: Online

• Please visit: https://www.sixnations.ca/careers/ to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
• Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:

1. 1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Method #2: In-Person application submissions go through GREAT (Grand River Employment and Training); these applications must include all the following:

• A Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.

1. 1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

• Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Caretaker Mechanic Maintenance – Part-Time Contract – 161-25-2
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0

If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Alkiie Froman, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5727 or via email at HRBP2@sixnations.ca.