Labourer

Strathcona County Recreation, Parks and Culture is currently seeking motivated and engaged individuals to work as part of our dynamic winter operations team.

As a Labourer I, you will contribute to the maintenance and improvement of outdoor recreational opportunities through the performance of manual labour and tasks to support turf development and maintenance, feature sports fields, horticulture and urban forestry, playground construction and maintenance within Strathcona County, as well as at the Broadmoor Public Golf Course.

This position will be required to assist with snow removal on an on-call basis around Broadmoor Lake, Sherwood Park Arena, Kinsmen Leisure Centre, Festival Place, RPC Admin and Broadmoor Public Golf Course.

This posting is for multiple hourly evening on-call positions for up to 18 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual tasks in all parks operations and Broadmoor Public Golf Course, including use of hand power tools and equipment (shovels, scrapers etc.)
• Learn the safe operation of small equipment (backpack blowers)
• Follow safety guidelines to keep self and others safe on the work site

Qualifications and Skills:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact in a positive manner with others
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and to maintain concentration and alertness for extended periods of time
• Ability to adapt to new and changing situations, combined with initiative and responsibility
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of hand and power tools
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, MSDS and WHMIS regulations and First Aid Training
• Ability and willingness to perform duties in inclement weather and adverse weather conditions
• Minimum Grade 10 education
• Minimum of one year driving experience
• Experience with the use of a variety of hand and power tools
• Previous experience as a labourer or in landscaping, construction, forestry, greenhouse, playground, golf course, agricultural, or irrigation practices would be considered an asset
• Experience operating small equipment would be considered an asset
• Current First Aid and CPR certification would be considered an asset

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits  
• Ability and willingness to perform various types of physical labour including moderate to heavy lifting (up to 23 kilograms), standing, bending, shoveling, etc. 
• Ability and willingness to perform duties in inclement and adverse weather conditions  
• Ability to work a variety of shift work  

Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta.  Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.  

Why Join Strathcona County

• Competitive salary  
• Health and wellness spending account      
• Employee and family assistance program  
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities  
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace  

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.  

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.