About the Calgary Stampede
The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, culture and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community. Exemplifying the theme, We’re Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.
As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community. The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community. We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.
Position Summary
Internally referred to as Park Maintenance III
This position is responsible for providing semi-skilled manual labour involving the use of hand and/or common labouring tools and operating mid-sized and specialized motorized operating equipment. This is a seasonal position with a non-standard 40hr work week involving day, afternoon, and evening shifts.
This is a seasonal position that runs till August 31.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
- Adhering to all safety and environmental protection programs, policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
- Operating motorized equipment (ride on sweepers, pressure washer, forklift)
- Completing digital daily logs which may include vehicle inspections, vehicle maintenance requests, pre-use equipment inspections, field-level hazard assessments, and time tracking
- Performing labour assignments ranging from: maintaining cleanliness of the park, installing event fencing, furniture moves, painting, labour support for trades, and more.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:
- Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license (non-GDL), with a minimum of one (1) year driving experience required.
- Two (2) years forklift operating experience and/or related equipment experience preferred.
- Aptitude to perform heavy lifting and manual labour.
- Exceptional customer service, communication and time management skills.
- WHMIS Certification.
- Must have CSA approved steel/composite-toe work boots.
Physical Demands
- Frequent lifting upwards of 50 lbs.
- Pushing, pulling, crouching, bending, and reaching frequently.
- Exposure to dust, fumes, gas, odors, animal dander, bedding waste and variability of seasonal climate.
- Physical and visual acuity is required.
Benefits
The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment.
To apply, please submit your resume.
All applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted
