Park Maintenance Workers (Athabasca District)
Position : Park Maintenance Worker 1, 2, and 3 (MSW1, MSW2, MSW3)
Location : Athabasca District – Long Lake, Cross Lake, North Buck Lake
Type : Full‑time (temporary seasonal, 40 hrs per week)
Closing Date : Open Until suitable candidates found.
Job Information
- Requisition ID : 78462
- Ministry : Forestry and Parks
- Scope : Open Competition
- Classification : Maintenance Service Worker 1, 2, 3
- Salary : MSW1 $23.11 - $26.00; MSW2 $24.80 - $30.36; MSW3 $26.18 - $32.08 per hour
- Benefits : 11.6% in lieu of benefits and vacation leave; 5.6% lieu for holidays; 6% lieu for vacation pay; shift premium – $3.25 weekends / holidays, $2.75 evenings
Role Responsibilities
All positions : work various shifts including evenings, weekends & holidays; 40 hrs / week; manual work outdoors in all weather.
MSW1 Duties
Lawn maintenance and minor repairs of facilities.Perform routine custodial and cleaning duties.Respond to in‑person requests for information on area amenities.Routine and preventative maintenance on infrastructure, vehicles and equipment.Complete trail and signage projects.Report maintenance concerns.Follow Occupational Health & Safety policies and Facility Emergency Response Plan.Administrative tasks : timesheets, expense claims, paperwork, online courses.MSW2 Duties
Assist and perform MSW1 duties.Conduct trail maintenance projects.Maintain roads and parking lot areas.Assist with playground inspections and maintenance.Install / remove docks, maintain beaches.Operate heavy equipment (loaders, graders, garbage trucks, etc.).Operate chainsaws, brush saws and other high‑risk equipment.Assist with water / wastewater system start‑up / shutdown and operation.MSW3 Duties
Lead crew of MSW staff; direct site operations and schedule tasks.Lead trail crews where applicable.Assist in formal inspections, maintenance and servicing of equipment.Conduct purchasing and orders of supplies within budget.Assist with staff training and performance reviews.Support operation of drinking water and wastewater systems per standards.Competencies
Agility – anticipate & adapt to changing priorities.Build Collaborative Environments – lead & contribute to teamwork.Systems Thinking – understand integrated environment.Creative Problem Solving – assess options & create solutions.Develop Self and Others – commitment to learning & development.Education and Experience
MSW1 : Some high school education; experience equivalence 1 yr per yr education.MSW2 : Some high school education, 1 yr related experience; equivalence as above.MSW3 : Some high school education, related training, 2 yrs related experience; equivalence as above.Additional Requirements
Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent & Driver’s Abstract.Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C / AED Certificate.Additional Assets
Experience with hand and power tools; knowledge of small equipment safety.Experience in custodial, landscaping, or similar positions.Chainsaw certification.Excellent communication skills; ability to handle difficult customer interactions.Terms of Employment
Position start / end : early May‑September 2026.Need reliable transportation.Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License required.Commercial Driver’s Abstract may be required for final candidates.Uniform policy adherence; PPE provided.Outdoor work in all weather.Mandatory training late April / early May 2026.Shared staff housing may be available.Support Resources
Employee Assistance Programs for emotional and conflict management.Candidate costs for required documents are their responsibility.Instructions for Your Resume
Include date ranges for all education and work experience.Indicate status (casual, part‑time, full‑time) of work experience.Company & Benefits
Working for the Alberta Public Service.Alberta Public Service benefits & benefits information.Research tool, professional learning and development, mentorship programs.How to Apply
Applicants must apply online. Provide clear demonstration of qualifications, education, experience, and competencies. Use the link : https : / / www.alberta.ca / job-application-resources#before.
Applicants completing post‑secondary studies outside Canada should obtain credential evaluation from IQAS or a recognized Canadian credential evaluator.
Contact : Alba Ngjelo – Alba.Ngjelo@gov.ab.ca
Senior Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
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