PK AST 09R - Seasonal Maintenance Crew Leader

Government of British Columbia; Invermere; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in British Columbia is seeking a Seasonal Maintenance Crew Leader for outdoor recreation management. This role involves leading a team in maintaining trails and recreation sites, with an emphasis on safety and project execution. Ideal candidates will have relevant education and experience, including leadership skills in outdoor environments. This position is full-time and onsite, offering a unique opportunity to work in BC's beautiful backcountry.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma related to outdoor recreation.
• 2+ years of relevant work or volunteer experience.
• Experience leading teams in academic or work settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight to a field team.
• Plan and assign tasks for maintenance and repair.
• Ensure safe equipment operation in outdoor settings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work experience

Project planning

Tool operation

Education

Degree or diploma in Outdoor Recreation, Tourism, Forestry, or Natural Resource Management

Grade 12 graduation or GED

Tools

Small engines

Chainsaw

Power tools

Job description

The Team:

Recreation Sites and Trails BC (RSTBC) exists to provide safe, quality recreation opportunities for the public by developing, maintaining and managing a network of sites and trails through service contracts and partnership agreements with a range of groups and both public and private sector organizations. Learn more about our program here.

The Role:

Seasonal Maintenance Crew Leader opportunities offer hands‑on experience in recreation management, where you’ll develop teamwork, leadership, and communication skills while maintaining and enhancing outdoor recreation sites and trails. The Seasonal Maintenance Crew Leader provides leadership, supervision, training, coaching and general oversight to a field‑based team consisting of two to four Seasonal Maintenance Crew Members. The Crew Leader plans and assigns field work and tasks associated with recreation site and trail maintenance and repair; coordinates and interacts with recreation staff, community groups and the public; and ensures the safe use of equipment, machinery and tools used in day‑to‑day work activities in BC’s backcountry recreation sites and trails.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree or diploma in an Outdoor Recreation, Tourism, Forestry, or Natural Resource Management; OR,
• Grade 12 graduation or GED AND two (2) or more years of relevant work or volunteer experience.
• Preference may be given to applicants who have a degree or diploma in one (1) of the above fields AND two (2) or more years of experience.

Related work or volunteer experience may include:

• Experience leading others. This may be in an academic or work‑related setting and may include peers, workers, or volunteers.
• Experience planning, researching, organizing, and implementing projects.
• Experience interacting with others and communicating with a variety of stakeholders and the public.
• Experience working in an outdoor setting (e.g. trail building, operational roles in National or Provincial Parks, natural resource field work, field research, or other remote work).
• Experience working with hand and power tools (carpentry or construction, trail building, chainsaw use, operation of small engines).
• Experience working in a recreation environment (e.g., parks, campsites, tourism centres, outdoor sporting or activity centres, or other recreation facilities).

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or both of the following:

• Higher levels of first aid certification (e.g. Advanced (previously OFA Level 3) or Wilderness First Aid); and/or,
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

Provisos:

• Available to work continuously for a 5‑month period, from April 13, 2026 through to September 11, 2026.
• Must be physically fit: able to lift and carry heavy loads and hike across challenging terrain for up to 10 hours per work day.
• This position requires you to have a valid FULL BC driver’s licence (minimum class 5), or an equivalent class driver's licence from another province or jurisdiction.
• Completion of a valid WorkSafeBC Intermediate Occupational First Aid (OFA) (previously OFA2) certification during the work term. The Branch will provide certification if not obtained by the time of appointment.

Willingness Statements:

• I am willing and able to wear the RSTBC assigned Seasonal Maintenance Crew uniform.
• I am willing and able to supply and wear adequate footwear for job duties, as determined by RSTBC.
• I am willing and able to work outdoors and potentially camp for consecutive nights.
• I am willing and able to work in moderate to extreme weather conditions and in remote and/or isolated locations.
• I am willing and able to perform physically demanding work (e.g. hiking, carrying gear and equipment).
• I am willing and able to assist with the response to safety concerns and emergency incidents.
• I am willing and able to transport crew to and from the work sites in government vehicles.
• I am willing and able to operate a variety of communication equipment including 2‑way radios, satellite phones and GPS units.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

About this Position:

There are up to four (4) temporary (auxiliary) positions available from April 13th, 2026 to September 11th, 2026. There is up to one (1) position available for each of the following locations: Cranbrook, Invermere, Nelson, Revelstoke. These positions have full time on‑site requirements. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary vacancies in the above locations. A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

We are also actively recruiting for Seasonal Maintenance Crew Members via Requisition 121717.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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How to Apply:

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you’ve worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history, including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.