Town of Coalhurst - Parks & Facilities Lead

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Parks & Facilities Lead is a senior operational role responsible for coordinating and actively participating in the maintenance, operation, and continual improvement of Town-owned parks, green spaces, buildings, and public facilities. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position provides hands-on leadership to seasonal staff while promoting safety, efficient service delivery, and collaboration with all town staff. This role combines supervisory responsibility with field-based work and supports cross-departmental operations, including emergency and after-hours response.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and oversee maintenance of parks, playgrounds, green spaces, buildings, and municipal facilities.
  

• Conduct routine inspections of playgrounds, parks, facilities, and coordinate corrective actions.
  

• Provide day-to-day leadership, work coordination, and mentoring for seasonal Parks and Facilities staff.
  

• Perform weed control, vegetation management, tree maintenance, and irrigation system repairs.
  

• Carry out general facility maintenance, including minor repairs and painting.
  

• Operate, inspect and perform basic maintenance on Town-owned equipment and vehicles.
  

• Actively support fleet care through daily inspections, defect reporting and coordination of repairs.
  

• Promote and comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and the Town’s Health and Safety Policies.
  

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and respond to after-hours, weekend, and emergency situations.
  

• Assist with winter operations, snow and ice control, and support other departments as required.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of parks, facilities, and municipal maintenance practices.
  

• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements
  

• Ability to lead by example and work effectively as part of a team
  

• Strong organizational and communication skills
  

• Ability to operate equipment and perform physical work in all weather conditions.
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
  

• Demonstrated experience in parks, grounds, and/or facilities maintenance.
  

• Previous experience in a supervisory role is an asset.
  

• Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver’s license with Q endorsement.
  

• Pesticide Applicator license preferred, Authorized Assistant Applicator license an asset.
  

• Confined Space Entry Certification
  

• H2S Alive Certification
  

• Standard First Aid Level C
  

• Swimming Pool Operator Level 1 or willingness to obtain
  

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The Town of Coalhurst offers a competitive compensation package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being. This includes:

• Enrollment in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP).
  

• Group benefits with access to a Health Spending Account.
  

• An annual salary range of $70,840 to $79,685, commensurate with experience and qualifications.