Seasonal Parks Operators/Labourers

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job Titles: Gardener Assistants/Parks Operators/Labourers

Department: Parks Services

Job Status: Temporary (Mid-April start, various end dates)

JOB POSTING: #2024-08

The City of Lacombe values its staff and believes that success and satisfaction are based upon quality service. Each employee shares in the overall responsibility for quality service and contributes a caring attitude and a commitment to excellence.

The Opportunities:

These positions perform a wide range of duties in support of the City’s Parks Services, including: general parks maintenance, gardening, manual labouring and litter control.

The Ideal Candidates:

Are self-motivated, reliable, and responsible, with knowledge of safe work procedures in a parks environment. Must have the ability to work outside in various weather conditions, exert continuous physical effort and work well with your co-workers.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Operators require experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance and operating related equipment
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively with coworkers
• Considerable skill and knowledge in plant health and identification
• Considerable skill in the proper and safe operation of a variety of hand and power tools, including riding and hand mowers, weed eaters, light duty trucks and other related equipment
• Valid Alberta Driver’s License, Class 5 with a satisfactory driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Gardening positions: a diploma in landscaping or horticulture would be an asset.

Wage Rates: $18.36 – $26.57 depending on education, experience and the position (40 hours per week).

How to Apply:

Interested candidates please submit a resume on/or before February 16, 2024 at 4:30 pm quoting Competition 2024-08 to:

People Services, City of Lacombe

Email: hr@lacombe.ca

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise only those selected for interview will be contacted. The City of Lacombe will conduct a Police Information Check and require a Driver Abstract upon hiring.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $18.36-$26.57 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Gardening positions: Do you have a diploma in landscaping or horticulture?
• Operators: Do you have an experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance and operating related equipment?

Licence/Certification:

• AB Class 5 Driver’s License w/ a satisfactory driving record (preferred)

Work Location: In person