Park Maintenance III - Full Time

Responsibilities

• This role requires semi-skilled heavy manual labour work, which includes, but is not limited to:
• Adhering to all safety and environmental protection programs, policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment;
• Operating motorized equipment including, dump truck, scissor lift, forklift, skid steer, and mid-size commercial/farm tractors (up to 70HP).
• Completing daily logs as directed, which may include vehicle inspections, vehicle sign outs, fuel logs and vehicle maintenance action sheets;
• Performing heavy manual labour assignments ranging from: assisting with the setup for high profile events, digging trenches, moving furniture, setting up construction fences, hauling boxes, pulling garbage, snow removal, trades support, and other duties as assigned;
• Maintaining green spaces and hardscapes across the park, including stone paver and retaining wall install/repair, turf maintenance, irrigation install/maintenance, pruning and maintaining overall tree/shrub health;

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license (non-GDL), with a minimum of one (1) year driving experience preferred
• Education in horticulture, landscaping, arboriculture, or a similar field is preferred (or relevant experience in same)
• Forklift operating experience and/or relative equipment experience is preferred
• Aptitude to perform heavy lifting and manual labour
• Exceptional customer service, communication and time management skills
• WHMIS Certification preferred
• Must have CSA approved steel toe work boots
• Previous experience in grounds maintenance or facility maintenance appreciated

Physical Demands

Benefits

• The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment, an excellent total compensation package and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

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