Job Number

J1126-0055

Job Type

Permanent Full time

Employee Group

Union Local CUPE 30

Job Category

Parks Services

Open Positions

1

Date Posted

November 4, 2026

Closing Date

November 10, 2026

Salary

$24.74 - $27.17/Hour

Position Summary

Reporting to the Foreman, Parks Services or Team Lead, Parks Services, the Labourer II position performs a wide variety of work functions within the Parks Services Business and other duties within the Public Works Department. The position uses safe work practices and procedures to carry out assigned tasks and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the work team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Empty garbage receptacles year-round from all parks, City Facilities and open spaces. Empty garbage receptacles year round from all parks, City Facilities, and open spaces.
- Perform litter control from parks and open spaces throughout the City.
- Perform ice maintenance duties at outdoor rink locations to provide a clean, smooth, clearly marked, level ice surface that is available when required by the public and user groups.
- Clear snow and ice from City Buildings and bus stops.
- Perform turf maintenance duties throughout the city’s parks and green spaces.
- Performing pre- and post-equipment inspections and servicing of vehicles and equipment at the end of each day, reporting mechanical problems to the Foreman or Team Lead.
- Operation of light and medium duty equipment in a safe and efficient manner used in the maintenance of shrub beds, parks, trails, the outdoor rinks and snowbank rinks, sidewalks, and open spaces.
- Maintain positive public relations and to provide assistance and information services to user groups and public.
- Operation of handheld power tools (power edgers, ice resurfaces, snow blowers,



shovels, line trimmers, and backpack blowers, etc.).
- Responsible for collection of data on public usage within the outdoor and snowbank rinks and janitorial services as required.
- To ensure facilities are unlocked, and/or secured in accordance with all schedules, policies and procedures.

Qualifications The successful candidate will possess knowledge of communication devices such as two-way radios and a general understanding of industry best practices related to snow removal operations, ice making, and turf maintenance. Previous experience in municipal operations, park green space maintenance, and ice surface construction and maintenance is required. Experience with park and landscape construction is considered an asset. Candidates must also have basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate a Windows environment, complete electronic forms, and use Outlook for email communication. Robust interpersonal skills are required to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. The ability to make practical, fair, and objective decisions while meeting customer needs and maintaining facilities and equipment in a cost-effective manner is essential. This is a physically demanding position; incumbents will be required to work in a variety of adverse weather conditions. This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 30, and as such,



you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement. A current Driver’s Abstract will be required at the time of interview.

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly.

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. In addition to a positive and collaborative work environment, we offer the following:

- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Heath & Wellness Spending Accounts
- Paid training, education, and professional development opportunities
- Union member benefits, including discounts, events, and other offers
- 50% discount for you and your family to applicable City facilities

Fort Saskatchewan, home to nearly 30,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Fort Saskatchewan boasts more than 80 km of paved trails along with many natural areas for residents to explore. As a City, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are working toward creating a city where all residents are respected and have a sense of belonging. The City of Fort Saskatchewan thanks all applicants for their interest and advises those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

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📌 Labourer II - Parks (Fort Saskatchewan)
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