Landscape and Habitat Technician (Seasonal)

Position Type: Seasonal Dates: ASAP - September 11, 2026, with possibility of extension. Hours of Work: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Saturday-Wednesday Job Summary: FortWhyte Alive is looking for an experienced individual to join our Facilities and Site Operations team as a Seasonal Landscape and Habitat Technician. What you will do … In this role, you will be responsible for building and grounds maintenance as well as having the opportunity to be involved in various enhancement projects throughout our green (and white) spaces. While not a complete list of all the duties you will be responsible for, several include the following: snow clearance for the winter season; operate snow clearance equipment, hand shoveling enhancing the visitor experience of our many nature trails through daily grooming and regular upkeep, (weed control, grass cutting, removal and control of invasive flora species, snow clearance); repairing docks, floating boardwalks, other repairs as necessary; assisting the Gardening Team with cultivation, planting, pruning and removal of plant materials; watershed management; cleaning ditches, culverts, clearing cattails and waterfront willow, regulating water circulation pumps; end of season(s) change over activities; hauling out boats, storing equipment and amenities, making preparations for the upcoming season. What you will offer … experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance activities, use of hand tools and vehicle operation (tractors etc.) ability to work all weekends and holidays ability to perform various physical activities ability to work with minimal supervision valid class 5 license FortWhyte Alive is devoted to developing a work environment and recruitment processes that are inclusive and barrier-free. Please let us know if an accommodation is needed at any stage of the recruitment process. FortWhyte Alive is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment equity may be a factor in selection for this position. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black people, People of Colour, LGBTQ2S+ people and people with disabilities.

The Landscape and Habitat Technician is responsible for building and grounds maintenance, including snow clearance, trail grooming, and invasive species control. They will also assist with gardening tasks, dock repairs, and seasonal equipment storage.

Candidates must have experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance, and the operation of equipment such as tractors. A valid class 5 driver's license and the ability to perform physical work on weekends and holidays are required.

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• Groundskeeping
• Building maintenance
• Snow clearance
• Tractor operation
• Hand tools
• Weed control
• Grass cutting
• Invasive species removal
• Dock repair
• Planting
• Pruning
• Watershed management
• Equipment maintenance
• Physical labor
• Hand Tools
• Employment Equity
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Gardening
• Landscaping
• Mowing
• Operations
• Watershed Management
• Weed Control
• White Space Development

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Trades
• Construction
• Landscape Technician
• Landscaping / Groundskeeping Worker
• Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers
• Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

38 heures par semaine