Parks Labourer I

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At the City of Leduc, our mission is People. Building. Community. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Teamwork, Service, Respect, and Leadership guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture. If you would like to work as part of a progressive organization and enjoy a fast-paced environment, then this may be the opportunity for you.

Temporary, full-time (40 hours/week)
Starting wage $19.00 per hour

Term - May 2026 till September 2026

Looking for a hands-on, outdoor role where your work makes a visible difference in the community? The City of Leduc is currently recruiting Seasonal Parks Labourer I positions to support the maintenance and care of our parks, open spaces, and community amenities throughout the busy spring and summer season. This is a great opportunity to gain municipal experience, build practical skills, and be part of a supportive team that takes pride in keeping Leduc green, safe, and welcoming.

Reporting to the Lead, Parks and Open Spaces, the Parks Labourer I is an entry-level, seasonal role responsible for performing a variety of labour-related tasks to support the maintenance of City parks and open spaces. Working alongside full-time and seasonal Parks staff, you will assist with daily operations using hand tools and small equipment while learning safe work practices and operational standards.

As a Seasonal Parks Labourer I, your work will directly support the maintenance, safety, and appearance of the City of Leduc's parks and open spaces while contributing to a positive experience for residents and visitors. Additionally, you will:

• Complete labour-related tasks as assigned by the Lead, Parks and Open Spaces, or other full-time Parks staff to support daily operations.

• Operate hand tools and small equipment across various park areas, including turf, playgrounds, cemeteries, multi-ways, sports fields and horticultural areas. Assist with the safe operation of Parks-related equipment such as push mowers, ride-on mowers, side-by-sides, and City trucks, following established procedures and training.

• Participate in hands-on training and apply Occupational Health & Safety practices to ensure safe work environments for yourself and others.

• Recognize, report, and respond to potential hazards or maintenance issues in the field, escalating concerns to supervisors as required.

• Provide front-line responses to customer requests while working in the field and relay information to the appropriate supervisor to support timely service delivery.

• Work collaboratively with full-time and seasonal Parks staff to complete assigned tasks and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.

You are dependable, hardworking, and enjoy physical, outdoor work. You take direction well, work safely, and contribute positively to a team environment. You're comfortable performing repetitive, labour-intensive tasks and adapting to changing weather conditions. You bring:

• A High School Diploma

• A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and using hand tools

• A willingness to learn safe equipment operation and City policies and procedures

• Strong teamwork and basic customer service skills

Experience operating small equipment (e.g., push mowers, weed whips) and First Aid certification are considered assets, but no prior experience is required.

This is a seasonal opportunity to gain hands-on experience working in a municipal parks environment while contributing to the care and maintenance of public spaces across the City of Leduc. In this role, we offer:

• Practical, real-world experience supporting the maintenance and operation of parks, open spaces, and community amenities in a public-sector environment.

• Exposure to a variety of Parks and Open Spaces functions, including turf maintenance, playgrounds, cemeteries, sports fields, horticultural areas and multi-use pathways, while learning safe equipment operation and work practices.

• A supportive and team-oriented workplace, where collaboration and safety are central to how we work together.

• Access to the City of Leduc Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

• A free annual City of Leduc recreation pass, including access to drop-in programs.

• As per the drug & alcohol standard, this position has been deemed safety sensitive by the employer and as such is subject to reasonable cause and post-incident drug and alcohol testing

• The successful candidate must provide a current Driver's abstract at their own expense.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in hands-on work, and want to contribute to a vibrant community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today at

Competition closes at 11:59 pm (MT) on January 30, 2026.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level. Due to the high volume of resumes received, we are not able to respond to individual phone calls. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.