PARS Team Leader / Crew Leader

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton seeks a Team Lead/Crew Leader in Parks and Roads Services to maintain urban greenery and oversee snow control operations. This permanent, full-time position requires strong leadership and decision-making to manage teams effectively and uphold safety standards during seasonal changes. Ideal candidates will possess supervisory experience and relevant educational credentials, focusing on community well-being and quality of service in a dynamic outdoor environment.

Benefits

Health and safety training provided

Opportunities for professional development

Employee benefits including health insurance

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in a related field, such as Turf Management, Horticulture, or a certified Journeyman Gardener.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in park maintenance, snow and ice control, construction, or operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise field staff daily, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Oversee the maintenance and delivery of work plans for shrub bed and turf maintenance.
• Conduct field inspections for quality control and identify issues, providing professional advice.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Decision-making

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Education

Degree in Turf Management, Horticulture, or related field

Tools

Google Applications Suite

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SDMS

LMS

SAP

Job description

Are you a natural leader with a passion for maintaining beautiful and safe urban spaces? The City of Edmonton's Parks and Roads Services (PARS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Lead/Crew Leader to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the maintenance of our city's vital green infrastructure during the summer months and leading snow and ice control operations in the winter. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at guiding multi-disciplinary teams, and are committed to upholding the highest quality standards, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the well-being of our community.

This permanent, full-time position within the City Operations Department, Parks and Roads Services Branch, specifically in Open Space Operations, is for a Team Lead/Crew Leader. The successful candidate will report to both the Supervisor, Clean City Crew (for 7 months as a Licensed Horticulture Team Lead) and the Supervisor, Snow and Ice Control (for 5 months as a Crew Leader). In the summer, you will be responsible for maintaining horticulture and turf inventory within the Center City Crew's boundaries, leading an integrated team. During winter, you will directly supervise, lead, and dispatch snow and ice staff to clear city inventory. This role demands strong leadership, decision-making skills, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

What will you do?

• Direct and supervise field staff daily, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Ensure the delivery of work plans for shrub bed and turf maintenance, including mechanical weed removal, chemical weed control, planting, and mowing
• Oversee the orientation, training, scheduling, and deployment of personnel in compliance with OH&S Alberta and City Standards
• Conduct field inspections for quality control and identify issues, providing professional advice to your direct supervisor
• Manage inventory and oversee preventive equipment maintenance and replacement programs
• Prepare various reports to support unit budget and workforce planning, and aid in maintaining expenditures
• Communicate effectively with City partners, stakeholders, and respond to public inquiries
• Ensure all City Occupational Health and Safety Standards and Enviso policies and procedures are followed, implemented, and enforced
• Provide information related to accident investigations and process safety documentation in a timely manner
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Hazard Assessments annually
• Other duties required

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in a related field, such as Turf Management, Horticulture, or a certified Journeyman Gardener, or other related degree
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
• Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in park maintenance, snow and ice control, construction, or operations
• Emergency First Aid Certificate

Assets:

• Experience and demonstrated expertise with Google Applications Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, SDMS, LMS and SAP
• Knowledge of other Civic Departments and agencies

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of snow and ice equipment operation, maintenance, and repair
• Knowledge of the different maintenance portfolios and how the work is executed
• Knowledge of the PARS Operating Procedures and SOPs
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to the maintenance operation
• Demonstrated supervisory skills and ability, with experience supervising field-based teams
• Demonstrated experience with implementing safety practices and procedures
• Demonstrated experience with implementing change
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), as well as analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exemplary customer service skills
• Ability to follow work plans for timeliness, quantity, quality, productivity, and unit costing
• Ability to work and make decisions in an independent manner
• Knowledge of City policies, bylaws, legislation, and the collective agreement between the City of Edmonton and CUPE Local 30
• Experience in monitoring and coaching employees and resolving issues with employees
• Adaptable to changing priorities, whether because of managerial direction or weather dependency
• Ability to document work and accomplishments by completing a daily time card in a professional manner
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion
  

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position
• This work may require shifts for 24/7 coverage, including evening, weekends and nights
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• The successful applicant will be required to provide their own vehicle for City use and where appropriate, will be reimbursed according to City Policy. This may require the applicant to obtain business-use auto insurance
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• This position involves working in a dynamic outdoor environment with exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold), dry, humid, and dusty conditions, and precipitation (rain, snow). You may experience vibrations, and be exposed to chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Protective equipment, including safety footwear, head protection, skin protection, hand protection, body protection, hearing protection, and eye protection, will be required. The role demands moderate to light physical effort, including lifting up to 20 lbs, climbing ladders, balancing, pulling, pushing, and reaching.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary Range:

• Team Lead: $40.034 - $46.217 (Hourly); $83,590.990 - $96,501.100 (Annually)
• Crew Lead: $39.264 (Hourly); $81,983.230 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AM/VH

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Classification Title: Com Serv Cr Lead/Team Lead
Posting Date: Jun 24, 2025
Closing Date: July 1, 2025 11:59pm (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Westwood Central Service Yard, 12304 - 107 St Edmonton T5G 2S7