Seasonal Parks Labourer

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary . City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits . Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Employees will be hired into an operational area: Parks Operations & Cemeteries, Integrated Pest Management, Parks Infrastructure, Water Management, Urban Forestry, or Centre Division.

As a Seasonal Parks Labourer, you will perform a variety of duties individually and also as a member of a crew under the direction of a crew lead, gardener, or foreman. Depending on the operational area assigned, work may include:

• Clean and maintain parks by picking up litter and branches, emptying garbage bins, blowing, raking and bagging leaves, cleaning and stocking washrooms.
• Cut and rake grass, as well as lay and remove sod.
• Use self-propelled mower and weed-eater with a harness.
• Water plants and plant trees, shrubs and annuals.
• Maintain annual, perennial, tree and shrub beds including edging, dead-heading, mulching, pruning, fertilizing, and removing weeds.
• Construct and/or repair fences and equipment, and dig holes and trenches.
• Complete basic maintenance and painting.
• Control pests and weeds using a variety of methods.
• Perform other duties such as general clean up and operating equipment as required.

Qualifications

• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalency) with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, and no current charges or suspension pending is required.
• A High school diploma or equivalent (for example: GED) will be considered an asset.
• Previous experience in any of the following would be considered an asset: horticulture maintenance, arboriculture (including
• International Society of Arboriculture qualifications), pest management (including pest management qualifications), landscaping maintenance, and/or experience working with power and hand tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated customer focus and the ability to work with and assist team members.
• Proven safety awareness and dependability for completing all aspects of the job.

Working Conditions: These positions require physically demanding work in all types of working and weather conditions. May be exposed to dust, dirt, fertilizers, and/or pesticides.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator’s permit
• Applicants may be interviewed and hired throughout the duration of this competition.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Note: These positions are anticipated to start May 1, 2023.
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Union: CUPE Local 37
Business Unit: Parks and Open Spaces
Position Type: Up to 100 Temporary/Seasonal
Location: Various

Compensation: $28.82 – 31.91 per hour

Days of Work: Shifts vary to provide coverage for 7 day/week operations and include weekends/holidays.
Hours of Work: Non-standard 38 hour work week