Aquatic Serviceperson/Labourer I

Join the City of Edmonton’s Community Services team in delivering vibrant, safe, and clean aquatic environments for our community! As an OVERNIGHT Aquatic Serviceperson / Labourer 1, you will play a crucial role behind the scenes in maintaining high facility standards, ensuring that pool water quality and public spaces meet safety and health regulations. We are looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in providing clean, welcoming spaces for community members to enjoy.

This position performs manual cleaning and minor facility maintenance routines for indoor swimming pool facilities. Working primarily during evening shifts, you will ensure that pool tanks, deck areas, and change rooms are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. You will also be responsible for taking and recording routine water quality tests to maintain compliance with health regulations. In addition to facility sanitization, the role includes conducting nightly security checks and carrying out minor mechanical maintenance or repairs. By maintaining high environmental and safety standards, you help ensure a positive experience for all facility visitors

What will you do?

• Perform general janitorial/custodial work which involves cleaning the pool area, staff areas, floors, walls, windows and fixtures, vacuuming the pools and ensuring the washrooms are clean and disinfected
• Pick up debris around pool areas
• Maintain pool filtration systems
• Monitor and balance pool water chemistry and perform periodic, scheduled readings
• Perform periodic security checks and report any security problems
• Assist in facility maintenance at the end of the day as they clear the facility of customers
• Complete routine inspections and maintenance reports, as required
• Provide exterior site maintenance, including picking up garbage and changing garbage bags, as well as snow removal and ice clearing in the winter
• Complete in-house training as required
• Use of respiratory protection including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is required for some duties included in this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring is a requirement for these positions
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of 10th school grade or equivalent
• Minimal swimming ability (able to swim at least one length of a pool/25 meters)

Assets

• Prior work experience in swimming pool maintenance or custodial services
• AARFP Level 1 Swimming Pool Operator certificate

Skills required for success

• Professional cleaning knowledge and experience
• This position requires the successful applicant to work in an environment which may be wet, dusty and/or noisy.
• Overnight shift work is required.
• Ability to lift objects up to 20 lbs. is required as part of the normal duties
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions along with a working knowledge of computers
• Ability to acquire knowledge of the standard methods, material and equipment employed in the care and maintenance of swimming pools and related facilities
• Demonstrated decision-making, prioritization, and time management skills
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)

Conditions of Employment

• Current Intermediate First Aid, CPR/AED certificates are a condition of employment. Successful candidates will be required to obtain these certifications upon commencing in the position
• Hire is dependent on Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Must be able to lift objects up to 20 lbs on a regular basis and maneuver heavy cleaning equipment.

Work Environment

• Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement
• Shift work requirements, including evenings and weekends
• Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur
• This role requires maintaining awkward or constrained physical positions for prolonged periods
• This role requires completion of repetitive and strenuous tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting items, pushing, pulling,and reaching - requiring physical stamina and resilience
• This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional states
• Applicants may be tested

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 employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 6 ongoing part-time positions

Hours of Work: Up to 30 hours per week

Salary Range: $24.416 - $33.470 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: PG/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Labourer I/Swim Pool Servicema
Posting Date: Nov 10, 2026
Closing Date: Nov 20, 2026 11:59:00 PM (ABT)
Number of Openings (up to): 6 - Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)