General Service Employee

Westerner Park • Red Deer, AB

7d • CA$22 - CA$25 • Onsite

About The Position

Ignite a meaningful career at Westerner Park, where boundless opportunities, professional growth, and personal fulfillment await. Westerner Park is seeking a full-time General Service Employee to join our dynamic Event Delivery team. The General Service Employee plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless setup and execution of a wide variety of year-round events, including internal gatherings, special occasions, trade shows, consumer exhibitions, conventions, sports events, concerts, and other attractions. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Event Delivery, this hands-on role requires adaptability, flexibility, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Requirements

• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings, with start times ranging from 6:00 am to 2:30 am.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a minimum of 3 years driving history.
• First Aid training required.
• 1–2 years of labor experience required.
• Basic computer skills to access email and documents as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and dependability
• Ability to work safely in a variety of conditions, including outdoors and around animals
• Team-oriented approach and excellent communication skills
• Physically capable of lifting and handling materials up to 75 lbs

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of event setup experience preferred.
• 1–2 years of equipment operation experience considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Execute setup and breakdown for a wide range of events, including Banquet Event Order (BEO)-based internal and special events, trade shows, consumer exhibitions, conventions, sporting events, concerts, and attractions.
• Collaborate with Supervisors, Client Services, and Managers to address client requests, find solutions, and maintain high service standards.
• Ensure event areas, washrooms, and public spaces are clean and ready for guests before, during, and after events.
• Set up and dismantle rooms, pavilions, and outdoor spaces efficiently, following operational and safety procedures.
• Manage agricultural event logistics, including steel panels, horse stalling panels, and ground grooming equipment.
• Work collaboratively with staff, suppliers, contractors, and volunteers to meet guest needs.
• Perform facility openings and closures according to daily requirements and instructions.
• Maintain show requirements such as temperature control, lighting, and garbage removal.
• Undertake minor maintenance tasks including painting, wall repairs, furniture fixes, and light carpet cleaning.
• Operate machinery and equipment such as hand tools, forklifts, skid steers, tractors, and floor scrubbers safely and effectively.
• Conduct regular inspections of tools, equipment, and machinery, reporting maintenance concerns promptly.
• Perform equipment checks and minor maintenance before and after operations.
• Maintain sidewalks and parking lots through snow removal, salt spreading, sweeping, and garbage collection.
• Care for lawns via mowing, mulching, aerating, weeding, and edging.
• Assist in planting and maintaining annuals, perennials, shrubs, gardens, planters, memorial benches, and Harvest Gardens.
• May assist with arborist duties depending on ability and training.
• Adapt to organizational needs and perform other tasks as required to meet the ongoing needs of Westerner Park.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Comprehensive benefits including life, health, dental, and disability coverage
• Extended benefits such as RRSP matching
• Paid time off and vacation
• Opportunity to contribute to a non-profit agricultural society and exposition association
• Work in a vibrant, engaging environment with dynamic, high-profile events
• Professional development initiatives and internal growth pathways
• Employee perks including staff discounts and access to the Perkopolis Discount Program
• Flexible and supportive workplace culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed