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What is a parks laborer?

Parks Laborers are workers responsible for maintaining and caring for public parks and recreational areas. Their duties commonly include mowing lawns, planting and watering flowers and trees, cleaning park facilities, collecting trash, and performing minor repairs on park equipment. They play a crucial role in keeping parks clean, safe, and attractive for the community. Parks Laborers often work outdoors in various weather conditions and may use a variety of hand and power tools. This job typically requires physical stamina and a commitment to public service.

What does a parks laborer do?

As a Parks Laborer, your daily responsibilities often include tasks such as landscaping, mowing lawns, planting trees and flowers, maintaining playground equipment, and cleaning park facilities. You'll also assist with seasonal duties like snow removal or leaf collection. Collaboration is key in this role, as you frequently work alongside other laborers, groundskeepers, and supervisors to complete larger maintenance or renovation projects. Your contributions help ensure the park remains a safe, welcoming environment for visitors and support the overall goals of the parks and recreation department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parks laborer?

To thrive as a Parks Laborer, you need knowledge of grounds maintenance, landscaping techniques, and safe equipment operation, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools such as mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, and possibly small utility vehicles is typically required, and OSHA safety training can be beneficial. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work well independently or in teams are valuable soft skills in this position. These skills ensure that public spaces are maintained safely, efficiently, and attractively for community enjoyment.

What cities near Calgary, AB are hiring for Parks Laborer jobs?

Cities near Calgary, AB with the most Parks Laborer job openings:

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Landscape Labourer (Construction & Maintenance)

Calgary, AB • On-site

Alpha Better Landscaping
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CA$19 - CA$22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Laborer/Driver (FT, Seasonal) Construction or Maintenance -  MUST BE LEGAL TO WORK IN CANADA
IMMEDIATE HIRE
Help Build a Living Legacy. Alpha Better Landscaping is currently building in the following communities: Legacy, Wolf Willow, Seton, Cornerstone, Livingston, Carrington, Evanston, Rockland Park, Watermark, Haskayne (Bearspaw), Heartland (Cochrane) South shores, Waterford, Chelsea (Chestermere).
Laborers are responsible for the day-to-day duties of landscaping as directed by the Field Supervisor / Foreperson. This is a seasonal position from April to Nov, winter snow removal positions may be available.
Construction Laborer/Driver:
  • Digging holes, planting and staking trees/shrubs in residential communities, parks, boulevards, and public areas according to specifications.
  • Prepping top soil for loam and sod installation.
  • Seeding.
  • Mulching flowerbeds and trees.
  • Laying patio pavers.
  • Installing rain gardens and dry creek beds.
  • Installing rubber crumbs for playgrounds.
  • Installation of playground equipment, pergolas, and site furniture. (picnic tables, benches, etc)
  • Installing rock retaining walls,
  • Car is required - must be able to get to construction site.
  • Potential to be trained as a Skid Steer Operator.

Maintenance Laborer:
  • Weeding, pruning, and trimming trees and plants.
  • Cutting and raking grass.
  • Removing litter and garbage.
  • Lay sod or seed lawns.
  • Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs, and trees.
  • Apply fertilizers, water lawns, and water gardens.
  • Clear snow manually or use snow removal equipment.

Abilities:
  • Use, repair, and maintain applicable equipment.
  • Ability to push, pull, and lift the weight of up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to communicate with Foreman and other crew members.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize in order to meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently or in small teams with minimal supervision.
  • Good hand-eye coordination.
  • Physical dexterity to handle prolonged sitting, standing, kneeling, or walking.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to follow directions.
  • Reliable, punctual, and a team player.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
  • MUST Possess a CLEAN driver abstract with a minimum of 2 years driving experience. (Ability to drive a truck with a trailer, is considered an asset.)
  • Must be able and willing to work 8 - 12 hour days Monday to Saturday.
  • Must have steel-toed boots (6" ankle support).
  • We offer competitive wages as well as overtime after 8 hours per day and 44 hours per week.
  • Job advancement / promotional opportunities are available for aspiring employees.
  • We additionally sponsor high-potential employees wanting to pursue a long-term landscaping career through training and apprenticeship programs.

“We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Alpha Better Landscaping also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Thank you for your interest in Alpha Better Landscaping. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All other resumes will remain on file for 6 months.