Overview
Parks Labourers – 5 positions Jobs in Sylvan Lake at Town of Sylvan Lake
The Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community that is resident focused,
visitor friendly and THE place to do business. Fifteen minutes from Red Deer, and an hour and a
half from both Calgary and Edmonton, we offer the amenities of a larger center with the relaxed
living atmosphere of a smaller community. With abundant year-round recreational and cultural
activities, we have definitely earned the name of “Brilliant All Year!”
The Town of Sylvan Lake’s mission is to deliver responsible municipal services and infrastructure
that support an outstanding quality of life, unforgettable experiences, and a strong, diverse
economy. We achieve that through our values of integrity, accountability, engagement,
innovation, diversity and inclusion and our highly skilled workforce. With the upcoming opening
of the Pogadyl Park Campground, we are beginning recruitment for multiple:
Parks Labourers/ Campground Attendants
Seasonal term ending September 2, 2024
Starting Wage – $18.33/hour
Up to 40 hour per week
Availability required for Days, Evenings and Weekends
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:
Maintenance, cleanliness and upkeep of the campground, public parks, washroom
facilities, trails, playgrounds and sports fields. May include activities such as waste
removal, landscaping and planting, turf mowing, weed control and plant care, general
repairs, customer service and assistance with special events.
Dealing with questions from the public in a friendly and professional manner. The ability
to refer questions to supervisors when necessary.
Operate and maintain tools and small equipment such as OHV/ATV, mowers, weed
eaters, trailers and tillers.
Operate and maintain Town vehicles.
Recording vehicle and equipment inspections, near miss and hazard assessments, and
maintaining other safety training documentation.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Previous experience in campground operations, landscape maintenance, turf
maintenance, customer service, construction and use of power tools will given
consideration.
Experienced Minimum Class 5 Driver’s License with clean or near clean abstract as
deemed acceptable by the Town.
RCMP based Criminal Record Check is required to be considered
Current Standard First Aid/CPR preferred
Previous experiences working in the Parks and Recreation field is an asset.
Must be available to work full time weekends, evenings, or early mornings as required
throughout the summer.
Physical ability and strength, including lifting up to 50 lbs. to perform manual labour
tasks and handle equipment.
Work as part of a team, demonstrate excellent communication, positively interact with
the public, and adhere to safe work practices.
Candidates must be able and willing to work outdoors in varying winter weather
conditions.
Competencies for this position include demonstrated abilities in the following areas:
excellent communications skills, positive interactions with public, ability to work as part of
a team, ability to adhere to safe work practices and Occupational Health and Safety
regulations.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining a dynamic team for the summer season,
please forward a resume along with a cover letter and references by June 23, 2024 indicating
“Parks” in the subject line to:
Town of Sylvan Lake
5012 – 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources
The Town of Sylvan Lake is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace; all
candidates who are authorized to work in Canada and meet the qualifications are welcome to apply. We thank all
applicants for their interest in this position; however only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be
contacted.
Title: Parks Labourers – 5 positions
Company: Town of Sylvan Lake
Location: Sylvan Lake
