Park Caretakers (Writing-on-Stone and Cypress Hills Provincial Park)

Government of Alberta; Alberta; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Park Caretaker in Alberta's stunning Provincial Parks! This role is perfect for those who love the outdoors and are eager to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. As a caretaker, you'll engage with visitors while performing vital tasks such as cleaning park facilities, conducting minor repairs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. This seasonal position offers a unique opportunity to work in beautiful natural settings, contributing to the conservation and enjoyment of Alberta's parks. If you're physically fit, enjoy working outdoors, and have a passion for customer service, this is the job for you!

Benefits

Shared Accommodations Available

11.2% in Lieu of Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• Some high school education plus 6 months of related experience required.
• Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C + AED certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of park facilities, including buildings and amenities.
• Conduct minor maintenance and upkeep of facilities and vehicles.

Skills

Janitorial Skills

Customer Service

Physical Stamina

Safety Compliance

Administrative Skills

Education

Some High School Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Small Tools

Job description

Park Caretakers (Writing-on-Stone and Cypress Hills Provincial Park)

Location: Writing-on-Stone and Cypress H, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information
Job Title: Park Caretakers (Writing-on-Stone and Cypress Hills Provincial Park)
Job Requisition ID: 66263
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Writing-on-Stone or Cypress Hills Provincial Park
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Seasonal, Wage
Scope: Open
Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidates Found

Classification and Salary: Caretaker 1 (CT1) $23.37 - $24.76 per hour

In addition to regular wages, regular Wage employees receive 11.2% in lieu of benefits and vacation leave:

• 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
• 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay

About Us
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported.

Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities.

Role Responsibilities

Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park and Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park/ Aisinai’pi are both looking for Caretakers for the 2025 Summer season.

Our Caretaking team strives to maintain Alberta Parks’ high standards of customer service and safety. Are you looking for a summer job working in the outdoors? Are you willing to perform Caretaking duties? If so, apply today!

We are looking to hire Caretakers for the 2025 summer season:

• Cypress Hills – 6 positions
• Writing-on-Stone – 3 positions

About Your Work Environment

• Candidates must have the ability to carry out physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions, including extreme heat
• Candidates are required to have their own reliable transportation, as there is no public transit to or near the Parks
• Candidates must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• On-site fully furnished, shared accommodations may be available for rent upon request

As a Caretaking Service worker 1 (CT1), duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Daily cleaning of all park buildings, facilities, and amenities within the park; including disinfecting, sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing, washing, laundry, cobweb removal, and filling necessities; facilities also include vault toilets (outhouses), shower and washroom facilities, and accommodation facilities
• Maintain cleanliness in the caretaking shop; report any equipment issues to the Caretaking Supervisor
• Assist with start/end of season cleaning of the accommodation units mouse-proofing living spaces and proper equipment storage
• Complete minor maintenance repairs and upkeep of these facilities
• Collection and disposal of garbage & recycling
• Regular inspections and upkeep of assigned fleet vehicle/s
• Responsible for the upkeep and inspection of workspaces following Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) compliance protocols
• Complete administrative tasks such as timesheets, expense claims, commencement and termination paperwork, and online courses

Education and Experience
Caretaking Service Worker 1 (CT1) – Caretaker

• Some high school education plus 6 months of directly related experience (janitorial, house-cleaning/housekeeping, custodial, caretaking); equivalencies will be considered.

Additional requirements include:

• Intermediate (Standard) First Aid and CPR Level C + AED is required
• Valid Class 5 license (or equivalent); unrestricted or GDL
• 3-year Driver’s Abstract issued within 30 days of your application submission, with no more than 6 demerits
• CSA approved steel toe footwear is required at the responsibility of the applicant (reimbursable with receipt)

Assets:

• Knowledge of Writing-on-Stone and/or Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, local area and services, other local Provincial Parks, and local/provincial tourism opportunities and services
• Experience using Microsoft Office, email, and internet
• Experience in the hospitality or janitorial cleaning
• Experience in commercial laundry and/or house keeping
• Experience with small tools, household repairs and maintenance
• Experience with floor polishing/scrubbing/buffing equipment
• Positive and energetic personality that enjoys engaging with visitors
• Off-highway vehicle and small equipment experience
• WHIMS 2015 Certification

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.