Caretaker - Jobs in Brooks, AB

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Job InformationJob Requisition ID: 31756Ministry: Environment & ParksLocation: South Region – Various locations in the Brooks Area (Dinosaur Provincial Park, Kinbrook Island Provincial Park, and Tillebrook Provincial Park)Full or Part-Time: WageHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekRegular/Temporary: WageScope: WagesClosing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidate FoundClassification: Subsidiary 12D 3625 Caretaking Services 1About UsDinosaur Provincial Park UNESCO World Heritage Site is rich in cultural and natural heritage. The provincial park protects the unique badlands landscape and the Red Deer River that meanders through the Park. As one of Alberta’s premiere park attractions, Dinosaur Provincial Park is treasured and enjoyed every year by many visitors of all ages.Kinbrook Island Provincial Park is also a very popular destination for camping and outdoor recreation. The lake, beach area, surrounding marshes and large campground provide many outdoor activities such as boating, swimming, sunbathing, fishing, hiking, bird watching and more.Tillebrook is an oasis on the prairie and is a popular campground for locals, avid bird watchers and those that love a beautiful prairie sunset.RoleOur Caretaking team strives to maintain Alberta Parks’ high standards of customer service and safety. Caretakers are highly motivated and well organized individuals who enjoy working in an outdoor environment.Caretaking staff are responsible for:

• Daily cleaning of all park buildings, facilities, and amenities within the park; including (but not limited to) disinfecting, sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing, washing, cob web removal, and filling necessities. These facilities also include vault toilets (outhouses), shower and washroom facilities, and accommodation facilities
• Completing minor maintenance repairs and upkeep of these facilities.
• Cleaning of Comfort Camping units between guests and responsible for all cleaning/sanitization duties associated with the Conference Centre (Dinosaur Provincial Park Only)
• Collection and disposal of garbage & recycling
• Regular inspections and upkeep of assigned fleet vehicle/s
• Responsible for the upkeep and inspection of work spaces
• Occupational Health & Safety awareness and compliance
• Support the broader park team to provide a high-level of visitor services

About Your Work Environment:

• Caretakers work in an outdoor setting and in all types of weather conditions
• Candidates must have the ability to carry out physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions, including extreme heat

QualificationsRequirements:

• Some high school education
• 6 months of directly related experience which could include janitorial, house-cleaning/house-keeping, custodial, or other caretaking work
• Experience using Microsoft Windows, Email and Internet
• Valid Class 5 license; unrestricted or GDL
• 5-year Driver’s Abstract with no more than 8 demerits (4 demerits for a GDL)
• Defensive driving course required prior to commencement
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks in extreme heat or wet conditions

Assets:

• Off-highway vehicle and small equipment experience
• Experience with floor polishing/scrubbing/buffing equipment is an asset
• Standard First Aid Certificate and CPR-Level C Certificate is an asset and may be required
• Current WHMIS Certificate
• Knowledge of local services and tourism opportunities within Dinosaur Provincial Park and surrounding local areas and Provincial Parks

To be successful in this role, you also need to:

• Demonstrate a professional attitude with strong work ethics
• Have the ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment
• Utilize good organizational and time management skills to get the tasks done on time
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team

APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:AGILITY – You have the ability to identify needs or issues and be able to readily step into to help complete tasks or assist co-workers as needed.DRIVE FOR RESULTS – You are able to hold yourself and others accountableand be responsible for achieving results and agreed upon targets while maximizing resources.CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING – You can break straightforward problems down into manageable components to identify what needs to be done and offer solutions to resolve the situation.BUILD COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS – You will provide positive feedback and training to staff that will allow staff to work collaboratively to achieve outcomes of positive customer service for AB Parks visitors.Salary$22.74- $24.09 per hourWage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of benefits and vacation leave.

• 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
• 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay

Notes

• Hours of Work: 7.25 hours per day and 36.25 hours per week
• Evenings, weekends and holiday hours are required
• Positions commences immediately till Oct 2022
• Training sessions at the beginning of employment are mandatory
• Shared rental accommodation may be available

How To ApplyIf you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs atApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.Resources for applicants:It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dianna Sidon at Dianna.Sidon@gov.ab.ca.If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to checkQuick Apply

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