River Valley Parks - Labourer I / Relief Labourer I - Revised

City of Edmonton•Edmonton, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to spend your summer outdoors, making a positive impact on our community's green spaces? Join our team and play a key role in preserving the beauty of the River Valley parks and facilities. We are currently recruiting for Labourer I positions within the River Valley & Horticulture Section of the Community and Recreation Culture branch. Your contribution will make a difference as you take on diverse responsibilities, including maintaining park amenities, supporting event bookings, and ensuring our parks remain clean and welcoming for all visitors. If you're a motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic outdoor environment and takes pride in contributing to the community, the River Valley team welcomes your application!

Requirements

Completion of Grade 10
Experience or working knowledge of various tools/equipment including shovels, rakes, stake pounders, and small hand tools
Ability to understand and perform oral and written instructions
Ability to work independently and perform manual labour for extended periods of time under various weather conditions and in a safe manner
Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the assigned tasks and duties of the position, including repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment is required

Nice To Haves

Janitorial experience
Experience collecting refuse in parks and trails
Previous customer service experience
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED Certificates

Responsibilities

Complete essential janitorial duties, ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of various facilities and public spaces throughout the extensive River Valley park
Systematically collect and dispose of refuse and litter from designated park areas, popular trails, and recreational zones to maintain cleanliness
Skillfully operate and perform necessary minor maintenance on various park equipment, ensuring reliability and longevity for daily operations
Conduct thorough security checks on assigned premises, facilities, and equipment to ensure public safety and asset protection
Employ a variety of hand tools, including shovels, rakes, stake pounders, and other small implements, to efficiently perform manual labour tasks and grounds maintenance
Safely and efficiently load and unload materials, supplies, and equipment from trucks and vehicles
Professionally and courteously respond to public inquiries, providing accurate information and assistance regarding park amenities, rules, and events
Actively collaborate with and assist co-workers, and perform a variety of other related maintenance, operational, or administrative duties as required to support park objectives