Park Maintenance Workers

Government of Alberta; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated Park Maintenance Workers to join their team for the summer operating season. This role involves outdoor work, providing essential maintenance to parks and facilities, and ensuring a welcoming environment for visitors. Ideal candidates will possess a mix of physical stamina, a commitment to safety, and a passion for maintaining Alberta's natural beauty. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a knack for hands-on tasks, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to enhancing the outdoor experience for all Albertans.

Benefits

Staff housing available

Training sessions provided

Fort McMurray Allowance

11.2% in lieu of benefits

Qualifications

• Some high school education or related experience required.
• Class 5 Driver’s License and First Aid certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operational duties in parks.
• Conduct trail maintenance and operate heavy equipment.
• Respond to requests for information and perform custodial tasks.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Custodial duties

Equipment operation

First Aid and CPR

Communication skills

Education

Some high school education

Related experience

Tools

Chainsaw

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information
Job Title: Park Maintenance Workers
Job Requisition ID: 65837
Ministry: Forestry and Parks (CA34)
Location: Fort McMurray District - Gregoire Lake Provincial Park
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary - Wage, Seasonal
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidates Found

Classification and Salary:
Maintenance Service Worker 1 (MSW1) – Park Maintenance Worker 1:
$20.14 - $24.22 per hour
Maintenance Service Worker 2 (MSW2) – Park Maintenance Worker 2 and Equipment Operator:
$23.38 - $28.34 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

Wage employees may be entitled to the Fort McMurray Allowance for $478.18 bi-weekly.

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.

If you enjoy working outside and are committed to caring for Alberta Park’s facilities and campgrounds, come join our Maintenance Team in the Cold Lake District. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized, responsible Maintenance Service Workers for the 2025 summer operating season.

Individuals will be part of a team accountable for providing regular maintenance and operational duties that support the day use areas, campgrounds, facilities, and trail systems.

We are currently looking for Park Maintenance Workers for the following Provincial Parks in the Cold Lake District:
• 1 Park Maintenance Worker 2 (MSW2)
• 1 Equipment Operator (MSW2)
• 9 Park Maintenance Workers 1 (MSW1)

As a Park Maintenance Service Worker (MSW1), duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Lawn maintenance and minor repairs of facilities
• Performing routine custodial and cleaning duties of park facilities
• Responding to in-person requests for information on area amenities and park conditions, as needed
• Performing routine and preventative maintenance on infrastructure, vehicles, and equipment
• Completing trail and signage projects
• Reporting all maintenance concerns accordingly
• Being familiar with and practicing all pertinent Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) policies, procedures, and protocols as well as the Facility Emergency Response Plan and protocols.
• Completing administrative tasks such as timesheets, expense claims, commencement and termination paperwork, and online courses.

As the Park Maintenance Worker 2 (MSW2), primary duties include assisting with and performing MSW1 duties in addition to some front-line administrative and supervisory tasks such as:
• Conducting trail maintenance projects
• Maintaining roads and parking lot areas
• Assisting with playground routine inspections and maintenance
• Installing and removing docks, maintaining beaches
• Operating heavy equipment such as loaders, graders, groomers, garbage trucks, etc.
• Operating chainsaws, brushsaws, and other higher-risk equipment
• Assisting with water and wastewater system start-up/shut down and operating.

All positions will require you to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. You have the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week and will be paid for the number of hours worked. You must have good physical stamina to be able to perform manual duties outdoors and in any time of weather conditions, rain or shine.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Park Maintenance Worker 1 – (Maintenance Service Worker 1)
• Some high school education or directly related experience based on one year of experience for one year of education
Park Maintenance Worker 2– (Maintenance Service Worker 2)
• Some high school education and one year of related experience or directly related experience based on one year of experience for one year of education

Additional requirements:
• Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent and Driver’s Abstract
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C"/AED Certificate

Additional Assets to be successful in any of the roles:
• Experience with hand and power tools; good working knowledge in the operation, maintenance, and safety of small equipment
• Experience working in custodial, landscaping, or similar positions
• Chainsaw certification
• Exceptional communication skills and comfort level in dealing with difficult customer interactions or complaints

Terms of Employment:
For Park Maintenance Worker 1 (MSW1) role: (up to 9 positions)
• Position terms vary depending on candidate availability and operational needs from May 2024 to early / late September or October 2024
For Park Maintenance Worker 2 (MSW2) role: (1 position)
• Position term from late April 2024 till end of September 2024
For Equipment Operator (MSW2) role: (1 position)
• Position term from mid-May / June 2024 till mid-September 2024
For all positions:
• Access to reliable transportation to and from place of work
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent will be required
• Final candidates may be required to provide an acceptable 5-year Commercial Driver’s Abstract
• Adherence to Alberta Parks Uniform Policy; all personal protective equipment is provided
• These positions will require outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions
• Training sessions at the beginning of employment are mandatory (late April/early May)
• Staff housing is available if required

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 for a job online.

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. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.