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About Us:

With a population of approximately 16,300, Cold Lake is a city that offers a wealth of excitement, adventure and entertainment for all in any season. Hugging the southern shores of Alberta’s seventh largest lake, this recreational paradise can be accessed in summer and winter through western Canada’s largest inland marina. New housing, excellent educational facilities, a multipurpose recreational facility and a college are just a few of the highlights that truly make Cold Lake a community of choice.

Job Purpose & Responsibilities:

This is a permanent, full-time position with the Community Services Department.

Reporting to the Parks Foreman, this position is responsible for:

• The maintenance and upkeep of all City parks, sports fields, and open spaces, and to ensure all recreation assets are kept to a professional standard.
• All general and specific maintenance for the day-to-day operations in all the City’s recreation assets ranging from: arena, field house, curling rink, and ice maintenance in the winter, to grass cutting, sports fields, parks, open space, and golf course maintenance in the summer.
• Responding to the day-to-day maintenance needs of all City recreation assets as well as the transitioning of these assets for various activities.
• Related duties may include overseeing, scheduling and communicating with contractors regarding matters relating to the maintenance and upkeep of the recreation assets.

Hours of work are rotating shifts of 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

Qualification/Competencies:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Class 3 Driver’s License with Q endorsement/Airbrakes is required.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have minimum 2 years’ experience, preferably in a municipal or other government setting.
• Equipment operator training, specific training as required, i.e. Playground Maintenance, Building Maintenance, etc.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• ARFP certificates for Arena Operator II and Parks & Sports field Operator II are considered an asset.

Salary for this position is $34.78 per hour. This position includes a highly competitive Benefits and Pension package.

This position is within the scope of AUPE Local 118/016, and as such you will be required to adhere to articles contained within the Collective Agreement.

How to apply:

• Submit a detailed resume including qualifications and past and present work experience.
• Include a cover letter describing your experience and abilities with respect to the above listed qualifications.
• Copies of any relevant certifications.

This competition will remain open until July 27, 2026

The City of Cold Lake appreciates receiving applications from all qualified individuals; however only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $34.78 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 3 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person