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Labourer I - Parks Seasonal

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Closing Date: Position Type: Seasonal Compensation: $20.67-24.57 per HourWork Location: On-site
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The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Labourers to join our team to help maintain the Town’s parks and open spaces, including sports fields, passive parks, playgrounds, regional and local public pathways, the public urban forest and natural areas, and our recreation facilities.  Reporting to the Team Leader, the Labourers are responsible for a wide range of indoor and outdoor manual tasks and will be required for events.   For those selected to work in Parks, Horticultural information services are also offered, focusing on disease control, weed control, wise water use and integrated pest management. We also manage and maintain the public cemetery, providing a broad range of interment options.  Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

  • Mowing and String Trimming 
  • Weeding, mulching and watering trees & flowers 
  • Garbage collection and litter control 
  • Toilet building cleaning, maintenance of equipment and indoor facilities 
  • Event set-up/tear-down assistance and security 
  • Customer Service 

All positions will work 37.5 hours per week, weather permitting, throughout the season however, seasonal positions in Parks are anticipated to work from May to end of August.  
Candidates will be required to work weekends.
 

Job description

Opportunity Details

Job Posting ID
0226NP
Hours of Work
37.5 hrs/week
Number of Openings
10
Standby Rotation Required
No
Driver's Abstract Required
Yes
Police Record Check Required
Yes

What we offer

  • Career development
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible work schedule

What you Bring

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is equivalency to:

  • 1 or more years relevant experience
  •  Ability to work in all-weather types of weather
  •  A valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (non GDA) and with less than 6 demerit points and no suspension or pending suspensions, required
  •  A positive attitude and self-initiative 
  •  Proven good customer service skills
  •  Steel-toed boots and agree to participate in basic safety training as required

Candidates with specific experience/skills in the following are also of interest for more specific tasks:

  • Irrigation repairs/installations
  • Tree pruning (ISA certification preferred)
  • Ice maintenance
  • Class 3 license
     

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving the Town of Okotoks’ strategic plan. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. The Town of Okotoks aims to build independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity into all aspects of the Town’s work culture.

How to apply

Pre-employment Requirements:
Candidates who progress to final stages of the recruitment process will be required to provide proof of education and designation along with a favorable Criminal Record Check and a Driver’s Abstract.
How to Apply: 
Applications are invited to submit a resume online through our career section, we will be interviewing while the posting is open, so candidates are encouraged to apply early. Postings close at midnight on the closing date listed below. We will not be able to accept late applications. 
The Town of Okotoks is an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
 

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Accommodations

The Town is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that embraces respect, inclusivity, and equity, mirroring the diverse community we serve. Upholding the core values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusiveness, and Accessibility is our unwavering commitment. The Town of Okotoks prides itself on being an inclusive workplace, inviting applications from all qualified candidates. 

  • We will provide an accessible experience for applicants. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. 
  • If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact us through our online contact form.  
  • All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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