Parks Operations Crew Leader

As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.

At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together. We’re proud to foster a workplace culture built on dedication, teamwork, and genuine care. Our commitment to creating a positive environment is reflected in our employee feedback from the 2025 Employee Engagement Survey, with 92.8% of employees saying they enjoy their work, and 92.6% feeling equipped with the resources they need to stay safe on the job.

If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we’d love to hear from you!

The Opportunity:

The Parks Operations Crew Leader will maintain public green spaces, outdoor recreational facilities and ensure that a diverse parks system is upheld to the highest possible standard. The Crew Leader will oversee a team of 4-8 seasonal parks staff during the summer months.

Responsibilities include:
• Act as a crew leader for green space zone
• Perform maintenance of outdoor open space, of all parks, boulevards, cemeteries, and other City property
• Perform general labourer duties in a horticulture/landscaping environment
• Winter duties will include snow removal, ice maintenance and outdoor maintenance of open space

You Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• LHAP (Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship Program) certification or equivalent would be an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence required
• Level One Swimming Pool Operators Certificate would be an asset
• Playground Safety Inspection course would be an asset
• Minimum 5 years' horticultural experience and 2 years in a supervisory role
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong problem solving, decision making and conflict resolution skills
• Strong communication, relationship building and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrating tact and diplomacy in order to establish strong and successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Effective public relations skills to tactfully interact with the public
• Ability to perform heavy manual work in all types of weather

We Offer:

Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, our employees also enjoy:

• Excellent health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan
• First-in-class pension plan
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts, annual adult Genesis Place pass, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Additional Information:

This is a full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week.

Next Steps:

Candidates are invited to apply online. We only accept resumes and additional application documents through our online recruitment system. In-person applications, email or other online forms will not be considered.

If you require an accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The City of Airdrie is committed to fostering a workplace culture where belonging, equity, accessibility, and diversity are deeply ingrained into all parts of the City, where employees feel they belong, are treated with respect, and where everyone can thrive and contribute to the City’s success.

Postings close at 10:00 PM MT (Mountain Time) on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.

Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.

Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.

Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.