Grounds Operator - Level 2

Position Type: Term

Number of Positions: 5

Start/End Date: November 03, 2025 to March 31, 2026

Job Rate: $28.56

Location:  Fort McMurray, Alberta

CUPE INTERNAL POSTING DATE: October 23, 2025

CUPE INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: October 29, 2025

Requisition #: 2021663

Please Note: The job posting will remain active until the position has been filled. Both internal and external applications are accepted after the above-posted internal closing date.

This position is covered by the terms & conditions of the CUPE 1505 Collective Agreement.

About Us:

At the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC), everything starts and ends with our vision: Together we create community.

Picture a place where you are part of a team that keeps our spaces safe, welcoming, and ready for everyone to gather, play, and connect, no matter the season. When the snow starts to fall, our work doesn’t slow down, it transforms.

Are you someone who takes pride in a job well done, thrives outdoors, and isn’t afraid to tackle a frosty challenge head-on? Then bundle up, we’re looking for dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our Grounds Team this winter!

• Keep our community moving through snow and shine

• Work with a supportive, fun, and safety-first crew

• Make a real impact maintaining trails, fields, and outdoor spaces for all to enjoy.

If you’re ready to grow your skills, embrace the crisp winter air, and take pride in creating spaces that bring people together the RRC is the place for you!

Our core values: Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, Sustainability, and Diversity, are woven into everything we do. These aren’t just words on a wall, they shape how we show up for each other and for our community. 

At the RRC, culture matters.

We’re building a workplace that reflects the incredible, diverse community we serve, where Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging aren’t buzzwords, but commitments we live by.

Here, you’re not just an employee. Your part of something bigger.

We Offer Great Benefits & Perks – We Take Care of Our People

• Competitive Hourly Wage

• Employee Assistance Program

• Membership Credit

• Team Celebrations

• Recognition Programs incl: Scholarship Program

• Staff Discounts

Your Role

As a member of the Golf & Grounds team, the Grounds Operator (Level 2) performs daily routine maintenance tasks to meet the standards set out by the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC) for the maintenance of parking lots, trails, sports fields, golf course and all outdoor areas. In addition to daily maintenance, the Grounds Operator will assist with event setup and takedown for concerts, festivals, golf tournaments and sporting events. Under the direction of the Supervisor of Golf Maintenance or the Supervisor of Grounds Maintenance, this position carry’s out maintenance related tasks such as mowing, watering, fertilizing, garbage pickup, small hand tool use, field cover application, snow removal, and sports surface preparation.  This position will assist the Supervisors and Team Leads of the department in utilizing casual employees for events and special projects. The Grounds Operator (Level 2) will also be responsible for the safe operation of specialized maintenance equipment.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for your own safety as well as the safety of those around them.

• Required to follow all health and safety policies as well as job procedures set out by the RRC.

• Operates electric and gas powered tools such as line trimmers, backpack blowers and power tools.

• Utilizes landscape, shop, and general maintenance hand tools.

• Maintains golf course, sport fields, walking trails and grass areas around the facility.

• Prepares sports surfaces for daily play, including ball diamonds, artificial turf and golf course.

• Assists Horticulturist in planting and maintaining flower beds and annual planters.

• Assists in applications of product and cultural practices.

• Assists with project related tasks associated with artificial turf fields, golf course and ball diamond turf, bunkers, cart paths, tree removal, natural areas and irrigation repairs.

• Ensures all outdoor waste receptacles are emptied, golf course bathroom facilities cleaned and all outdoor areas kept clean and free of debris.

• Assists in winter snow clearing operations.

• Directly assists in the completion of projects and event setup.

• Provides guidance to casual staff.

• Plays a vital role in the setup for the events hosted on the island, including: Field cover installation & removal, Fencing, Event cleanup, Field painting, Golf tournament setup

• Reports any mechanical, electrical and hydraulic problems to Mechanics and Supervisor or Team Lead.

• Operates and helps maintain mowers, utility vehicles and all other specialty equipment by doing daily washing and equipment checks and by practicing care and attention when using equipment. 

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining storage buildings, wash bays, equipment storage, fuel storage, fertilizer shed, maintenance yard and staff locker and lunchroom.

• Transporting waste materials and recyclables to the regional land fill or recycling depot.

• Collecting and sorting recyclables for all RRC departments.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency is required.

• Minimum one (1) year of landscape, golf maintenance or related experience working in both summer and winter operations is required

• RFP Parks and Sportsfield Operator Level 1 or equivalent combination of education and directly related work experience in Golf Maintenance or Landscaping may be considered

• Completion of Beacon Athletics Groundskeeper University is an asset.

• Experience with operating small gas engines is required.

• Class Seven (7) Rough Terrain Forklift Certificate is an asset.

• Valid Skidsteer Certificate is required.

• WHMIS Certificate is required.

• Current Intermediate First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or equivalent (including CPR C) is required.

Qualifications:  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge or background in horticulture, agriculture or turf.

• Should possess a high level of enthusiasm, be self- motivated and able to work independently and in a group.

• Must be capable of performing demanding physical work.

• Must be able to follow verbal and written directions.

• Knowledge of landscape tools and equipment.

• Ability to safely operate motorized equipment.

• General familiarity with the sports played on the surfaces maintained by the Golf & Grounds team

 Other Requirements

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Working Conditions

• This position includes heavy lifting of supplies and equipment up 50 lbs.

• This position performs activities such as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping throughout shift.

• Must have the manual dexterity to grab, grip, hold, pour, tear, cut, sort and reach.

• This position involves working under variable temperature conditions and noise levels, in an outdoor setting.

• This position requires a flexible schedule including statutory holidays, early morning, and weekend work.

Safety

All employees are responsible and accountable for Regional Recreation Corporation’s health and safety policy. All employees at every level should be familiar with the requirements of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation as it relates to their work processes.

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies.  These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.  

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted

The RRC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion.   We will gladly provide accommodations upon request for applicants with any barriers and/or disabilities during the recruitment process.  We appreciate all candidates who apply for this position; though only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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