The Town of Sylvan Lake, Alberta, is hiring for a seasonal parks maintenance role, with applications due by July 26, 2026. The full-time position, called Parks Operator I, pays between $29.55 and $35.28 per hour and comes with benefits. Interested candidates must send their resume and cover letter by email to [email protected].
The job involves maintaining parks, trails, playgrounds, sports fields, and other green spaces throughout the community. It is a variable seasonal role with 40 hours per week. The town notes that high application volumes mean only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada, have a Class 5 Alberta driver’s license with two or fewer moving violations, and hold Standard First Aid ‘C’ Intermediate certification. An RCMP-based criminal record check, acceptable to the town, is also required.
The posting is part of several job openings the town has listed on its careers and volunteering page. Other positions include a Human Resources Manager, a Parks Operator 1 Arborist role, lifeguard positions, and more. The town offers benefits like fully paid health, dental, life, and disability coverage, a defined benefit pension plan through LAPP, and a wellness program.
The hiring aligns with Sylvan Lake’s busy summer season. A 2025 economic impact study found that about 670,955 tourists visited in 2024, creating over 300 tourism-related jobs and generating $67.14 million in economic activity. The rapid population growth in Sylvan Lake has intensified demand for community services and outdoor space maintenance, with parks staff playing a visible part during the high-traffic summer months.
