Playground Maintenance Worker

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burnaby is seeking a Playground Maintenance Worker for a Temporary Full Time role based in Burnaby, BC. The position involves semi-skilled parks facility and equipment maintenance, inspection of playgrounds and park installations, and minor construction tasks to ensure safe operation according to guidelines.

Responsibilities include directing labourers, keeping maintenance records, operating a light vehicle, and applying manufacturers' safety provisions.

Qualifications

• Up to Grade 12 and sound experience in parks operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of playground equipment maintenance and safety provisions.
• CPRA Certified Playground Inspector and BC driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect playground equipment, park furniture and facilities for damage and safe operation.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs, including lubrication and pressure washing.
• Erect, dismantle and replace playground equipment as directed.
• Direct the work of labourers and maintain routine work records.
• Operate a light vehicle to transport tools and materials.

Skills

Playground maintenance

Equipment inspection

Safety compliance

Team supervision

Record keeping

Light vehicle operation

Education

Grade 12

CPRA Certified Playground Inspector

Driver's License (BC)

Tools

Pressure washer

Lubrication tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Playground Maintenance Worker

Competition No: 2026-237

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $37.34/hour

Schedule: 80 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Outside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 10/6/26

This is semi-skilled parks facility and equipment maintenance, repair, and minor construction work. A Playground Maintenance Worker inspects playground equipment, park furniture, related installations and various facilities for damage and ensure safe operation according to established guidelines; performs routine maintenance and repair tasks such as lubricating moving parts, replacing worn parts, pressure washing structures; identifies equipment or facilities requiring more complex repair or replacement, notifies supervisor of same. Erects and dismantles playground equipment and/or removes and replaces aging and inadequate equipment; recommends installation of new equipment or parts and orders replacement parts as directed; documents hazards, vandalism, and repairs by photograph; reads and implements manufacturers' maintenance and safety provisions related to playground equipment. Other responsibilities include directing the work of one or more labourers engaged in routine maintenance work; preparing and maintaining routine work records; operating a light vehicle to transport tools, materials or equipment. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to grade 12 and sound experience in parks' operations and maintenance tasks or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, and tools used in performing routine repair and maintenance tasks related to the work; of the hazards and safety precautions and standards applicable to the work performed. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and maintain records as required; to direct the work of one or more labourers. Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials used in the work. A CPRA - Certified Playground Inspector and Driver's License for the Province of British Columbia are required.

This is a Temporary Full Time position until May 14, 2027.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.