Park Maintenance Crew Lead and Park Maintenance Worker

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  • Whitecourt, AB Edson, AB
  • $23.11-26.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Information
Job Title: Park Maintenance Crew Lead and Park Maintenance Worker
Job Requisition ID: 78995
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Various Locations - Whitecourt, Edson
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: Up to 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary - Wage, Seasonal
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidates Found
Classification: Maintenance Service Worker 1, Maintenance Service Worker 3
Salary:
Maintenance Service Worker 1 (MSW1) - Park Maintenance Worker 1:
$23.11 - $26.00 per hour
Maintenance Service Worker 3 (MSW3) - Park Maintenance Crew Lead:
$26.18 - $32.08 per hourIn addition to regular wages, regular Wage employees receive 11.6% in lieu of benefits and vacation leave:
  • 5.6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
  • 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay
In addition to the regular wages and the additional pay in lieu of benefits and vacation, regular wage employees are entitled to shift premium pay:
  • $3.25 per hour for weekends and holidays
  • $2.75 per hour for evenings
Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities. Alberta's parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.For more information about the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, visit our website at: .For more information on Park locations visit: .Whitecourt:Edson:Role ResponsibilitiesIf you enjoy working outside and are committed to improving a visitor's experience when visitors come to visit a provincial park, and want to help promote customer service in the parks by maintaining clean facilities and campgrounds, come join our Maintenance Team at any one of the listed Alberta Provincial Parks and Recreation Area locations within the Yellowhead Management Area.We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized, responsible Park Maintenance Workers for the 2026 summer season. Individuals will be part of a team accountable for providing regular maintenance and operational duties that support the day-to-day operation of campgrounds, day use areas, facilities and trail systems.We are currently looking to hire:Whitecourt - Carson Pegasus Provincial Park
  • 1 Park Maintenance Crew Lead (MSW3)
  • 5 Park Maintenance Workers (MSW1)
Edson - Wolf Lake West Provincial Recreation Area / Minnow Lake Provincial Recreation Area
  • 1 Park Maintenance Crew Lead (MSW3, works in both areas)
  • 1 Park Maintenance Worker (MSW1, works in both areas)
As a Park Maintenance Service Worker (MSW1), duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Performing daily janitorial duties of park facilities such as washrooms, outhouses, picnic shelters, shower houses and any other assigned areas.
  • Daily garbage and recycling removal.
  • Performing landscaping and site servicing of campgrounds, day use areas and facilities.
  • Operating equipment such as mowers, trimmers, pressure washers, ATVs, and UTVs.
  • Assisting with trail, beach and dock maintenance.
  • Installing and maintaining signage.
  • Painting.
  • Reporting all maintenance concerns accordingly.
  • Assisting with hazard tree management and invasive plant management programs.
  • Following all applicable Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures, including the Facility Emergency Response Plan.
  • Completing administrative tasks such as timesheets, expense claims, commencement and termination paperwork, and online courses.
Please click on this to view the job description for the MSW1 Park Maintenance Worker position.Continued Role ResponsibilitiesAs the Park Maintenance Crew Lead (MSW3), primary duties include assisting with and performing MSW1 duties, in addition to some front-line administrative and supervisory tasks such as:
  • Serving as the onsite lead for a crew of maintenance staff, with accountability for direct site operations and providing input for task scheduling for other staff.
  • Maintaining roads and parking lot areas.
  • Supporting the operation of utility systems in accordance with standards and regulations to ensure safe provision of drinking water and wastewater removal/treatment.
  • Purchasing and ordering supply inventory within budget.
  • Assisting with staff training and contributing to staff performance reviews.
  • Assisting with service contract management.
Please click on this to view the job description for the MSW3 Park Maintenance Crew Lead position.All positions will require you to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. You have the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week. You must have good physical stamina to be able to perform manual duties outdoors and in any type of weather conditions, rain or shine.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies: .Agility - ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.Build Collaborative Environments - leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.Systems Thinking - understands how the work done is part of a larger integrated environment. Looks beyond own area and considers how own work impacts the work and success of others.Creative Problem Solving - ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.Develop Self and Others - a commitment to learning and the desire to invest in the development of the capability of yourself and others.QualificationsEducation and Experience required:Park Maintenance Worker - Maintenance Service Worker 1
  • Some high school education
  • Equivalency: Directly related experience based on one year of experience for one year of education.
Park Maintenance Crew Lead - Maintenance Service Worker 3
  • Some high school education, related training, and two years of related experience
  • Equivalency: Directly related education or experience based on one year of education for one year or experience OR for one year of experience for one year of education.
Additional Requirements:
  • A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent.
  • Driver's abstract issued within 30 days of your application submission.
  • Recognized Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C"/AED Certificate.
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
Additional Assets to be successful in either role:
  • Experience with hand and power tools; good working knowledge in the operation, maintenance, and safety of small equipment.
  • Experience working in custodial, landscaping, or similar positions.
  • Chainsaw certification.
  • Exceptional communication skills and comfort level in dealing with difficult customer interactions or complaints.
  • Experience working within a campground setting.
  • Supervisory experience.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Refer to .NotesTerms of Employment:For the Park Maintenance Worker roles:
  • Late April start date to September end date.
For the Park Maintenance Crew Lead role:
  • April start date to October end date.
For all positions:
  • Access to reliable transportation to and from place of work.
  • A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent will be required.
  • Final candidates will be required to provide an acceptable 5-year Commercial Driver's Abstract prior to commencement (will be reimbursed).
  • Prior to hire, recognized current intermediate Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C"/AED Certificate will be required for all positions.
  • Adherence to Alberta Parks Uniform Policy; all personal protective equipment is provided. Certified Safety footwear is not provided, but candidates will be reimbursed for a portion of the cost.
  • These positions will require outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Training sessions at the beginning of employment are mandatory (late April/early May).
  • Staff housing may be available.
Maintenance Workers may encounter emotionally challenging situations, participate in conflict resolution, interact with irritated or difficult visitors or provide support during emergencies events or incidents. Applicants should be prepared to manage these circumstances with composure, sound judgment, and effective communication skills. Support resources are available through our employee assistance programs.Any initial costs associated with obtaining required documents/checks as noted will be the responsibility of the candidate. However, some reimbursements may occur. Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Continued NotesInstructions for your Resume:
  • Include date ranges (month and year) associated with all education and work experience - we are unable to assess resumes without this information.
  • Indicate whether your work experience was casual, part-time or full-time.
  • Example: Camp Counsellor: Jan 2016 - June 2019 (PT, 3 eight-hour shifts per week).
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  • Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
  • Mentorship Programs.
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How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Alba Ngjelo at .

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