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Company Information

Name: Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority

Address: Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority 100 Thames Street Chatham, ON N7L 2Y8

City: Mount Brydges Province: Ontario

Website: www.ltvca.ca

Contact: Mike Shore

Email: mike.shore@ltvca.ca

Description

LOCATION: Longwoods Road Conservation Area
DEPARTMENT: Conservation Lands and Services
REPORTING TO: District Supervisor/Lead Hand
DATE POSTED: April 8, 2026
CLOSING DATE: April 22, 2026
ANTICIPATED START DATE: May 11, 2026
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

As a member of the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority Lands team, you will have the following responsibilities and tasks;

• Responsible for helping campers within Longwoods Road Conservation Area with their daily requests to help provide a safe and enjoyable stay. There is an opportunity for the youth to develop and present activities to the cliental with the assistance of the Western District Supervisor.
• Use of power tools and will assist in repairs, renovations, and other minor projects. Your input will be encouraged and acknowledged.
• Help contribute to an inclusive and positive workspace at the Longwoods Road Workshop.
• Assist in the maintenance of properties in the Eastern District of the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority. This includes grass maintenance and trail work.
• There will be an opportunity to assist other departments within the Conservation Authority such as; Watershed Monitoring, and Stewardship.
• Assisting in day to day health and safety checks to help underlie the importance of health and safety in the workplace.
• Assisting in the day to day maintenance of Longwoods Road Conservation Area, task would include; cleaning bathrooms, trail work, cutting and trimming grass, and ensuring the area is tidy and free of debris.
• Participating in the removal of invasive species, such as phragmites.
• Assisting the Eastern District Supervisor and Lead hand in the maintenance of Flood Control Structures.
• Must be ready to work in a dynamic workplace which offers a variety of different experiences.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Provide police clearance check
• Experience with basic grounds maintenance equipment
• Excellent communication skills, maintaining good public and personnel relations
• Able to deal with people sensitively and professionally at all times
• Current First Aid Certificate - Standard and CPR an asset
• Able to work well under pressure
• Flexible, able to deal with change
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Valid G Drivers License

COMPENSATION & HOURS:

Wage: $17.60/ hour

Full Time Seasonal position, varied hours, 40 hours a week; May – end of October. Weekend work is mandatory; schedule can be determined upon hire.

Please send a resume and cover letter by April 22, 2026 noting the title of this position and preferred working location to:

Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority
100 Thames Street
Chatham, ON N7L 2Y8
or
Email: mike.shore@ltvca.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LTVCA is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code. LTVCA is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability related accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

How to Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter by April 22, 2026 noting the title of this position and preferred working location to:
Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority
100 Thames Street
Chatham, ON N7L 2Y8
or
Email: mike.shore@ltvca.ca

Hours: 40 (see job description for details)

Deadline: Apr 22,2026

Posted: Apr 9, 2026