Job Description

Position Summary


Reporting to the Parks Coordinator, the Parks Labourer is a field position that is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance of County flower beds, park spaces, and County owned facilities and will complete minor maintenance of outdoor amenities and equipment.





Position Responsibilities

Landscape and Park Maintenance

Maintain flower beds, planters, sports fields, and landscaped areas; Operate and maintain small equipment (mowers, trimmers, UTV's) and ensure safe use; Mentoring of seasonal parks staff in their job duties; Refuse collection as required; Maintenance of campgrounds and day use areas, including tree and brush removal, fire pit relocation, gravelling sites, repairing, and replacing picnic tables and washroom facilities, sign installations, and other repairs as necessary. Snow clearing, flooding, inspections, and complete maintenance of outdoor rinks and winter amenities; Assist with vegetation control (herbicide application) in County park spaces Complete documentation for vehicle, equipment, and field inspections, maintenance logs, hazard assessments, etc. required of the position; Complete OH&S requirements for assigned duties; Support capital projects (e.g., trail development, park upgrades); Support emergency response in parks (e.g., hazard tree removal, storm cleanup); Assist with special events setup (tents, tables, signage, waste management); Complete other duties as assigned;

Cooperation and Assistance with Other Departments

Assist Agricultural Services with fall and winter vegetation control on County lands, equipment inspections, and minor maintenance, as required; Assist Infrastructure Services with snow removal in parks, hamlets, and at County facilities, as required; and Assist facility and vehicle maintenance staff as assigned.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Education/Experience

Completion of Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent is required; Completion of Landscaping, Parks Maintenance or related certification is preferred; Completion of ATV and UTV operations training is preferred; Completion of Chainsaw Safety training is preferred; Standard First Aid and level A CPR course Experience in landscaping and/or parks maintenance is required; One (1) year experience with small equipment and power and hand tools is required; Experience with landscaping and the application of herbicide is considered an asset; Experience with snow removal equipment, trail grooming and outdoor skating rinks is considered an asset; Criminal Record Check with satisfactory results; Valid Driver's License; Driver's Abstract with satisfactory results; Defensive Driving Certificate completed within the last five (5) years;

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge and ability of computer programs; Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; Ability to effectively time manage and work independently; and Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Working Environment


Work is primarily conducted in an outside work environment in varying weather conditions; Regular travel within Yellowhead County is required; Potential of dealing with difficult people and interactions with members of the public; Effective collaboration with other departments is required from time to time; Work may be conducted independent or as part of a team; Flexible hours and/or overtime may be required from time to time; Lifting and physical effort may be required; and Hazardous material use may be required from time to time.

The salary range is $55, 515 to $68, 838 per year. Yellowhead County offers a competitive benefits package.

This competition closes January 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM.

Thank you for your interest in Yellowhead County careers.

At this time, we will only be contacting applicants who have been selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are selected, you will be contacted by Human Resources.

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Company

Yellowhead CountyLocation

Edson, AB