Parks & Facilities Lead

POSITION SUMMARY:
 

The Parks & Facilities Lead is a senior operational role responsible for coordinating and actively participating in the maintenance, operation, and continual improvement of Town-owned parks, green spaces, buildings, and public facilities. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position provides hands-on leadership to seasonal staff while promoting safety, efficient service delivery, and collaboration with all town staff. This role combines supervisory responsibility with field-based work and supports cross-departmental operations, including emergency and after-hours response.
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Perform and oversee maintenance of parks, playgrounds, green spaces, buildings, and municipal facilities.

• Conduct routine inspections of playgrounds, parks, facilities, and coordinate corrective actions.  

• Provide day-to-day leadership, work coordination, and mentoring for seasonal Parks and Facilities staff.

• Perform weed control, vegetation management, tree maintenance, and irrigation system repairs.

• Carry out general facility maintenance, including minor repairs and painting.

• Operate, inspect and perform basic maintenance on Town-owned equipment and vehicles

• Actively support fleet care through daily inspections, defect reporting and coordination of repairs.

• Promote and comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and the Town’s Health and Safety Policies.

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and respond to after-hours, weekend, and emergency situations.

• Assist with winter operations, snow and ice control, and support other departments as required.
   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
 

• Strong working knowledge of parks, facilities, and municipal maintenance practices.

• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements

• Ability to lead by example and work effectively as part of a team

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to operate equipment and perform physical work in all weather conditions.
   

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Demonstrated experience in parks, grounds, and/or facilities maintenance.

• Previous experience in a supervisory role is an asset.

• Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver’s license with Q endorsement.

• Pesticide Applicator license preferred, Authorized Assistant Applicator license an asset.

• Confined Space Entry Certification

• H2S Alive Certification

• Standard First Aid Level C

• Swimming Pool Operator Level 1 or willingness to obtain
   

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
 

The Town of Coalhurst offers a competitive compensation package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being. This includes:
 

• Enrollment in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP).

• Group benefits with access to a Health Spending Account.

• An annual salary range of $70,840 to $79,685, commensurate with experience and qualifications.