Landscape and Habitat Technician (Seasonal)

Position Type: Seasonal

Dates:  May 11 - August 28, 2026, with possibility of extension. (Start date may be earlier if the candidate is available, depending on operational needs)

Hours of Work: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), 8:00am - 4:00pm including some evenings and weekends

Job Summary: FortWhyte Alive is looking for an experienced individual to join our Facilities and Site Operations team as a Seasonal Landscape and Habitat Technician. 

What you will do …

In this role, you will be responsible for building and grounds maintenance as well as having the opportunity to be involved in various enhancement projects throughout our green (and white) spaces.  While not a complete list of all the duties you will be responsible for, several include the following:

• snow clearance for the winter season; operate snow clearance equipment, hand shoveling


• enhancing the visitor experience of our many nature trails through daily grooming and regular upkeep, (weed control, grass cutting, removal and control of invasive flora species, snow clearance);


• repairing docks, floating boardwalks, other repairs as necessary;


• assisting the Gardening Team with cultivation, planting, pruning and removal of plant materials;


• watershed management; cleaning ditches, culverts, clearing cattails and waterfront willow, regulating water circulation pumps;


• end of season(s) change over activities; hauling out boats, storing equipment and amenities, making preparations for the upcoming season.

What you will offer …

• experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance activities, use of hand tools and vehicle operation (tractors etc.)


• ability to work all weekends and holidays


• ability to perform various physical activities


• ability to work with minimal supervision


• valid class 5 license 

FortWhyte Alive is devoted to developing a work environment and recruitment processes that are inclusive and barrier-free. Please let us know if an accommodation is needed at any stage of the recruitment process.

FortWhyte Alive is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment equity may be a factor in selection for this position. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black people, People of Colour, LGBTQ2S+ people and people with disabilities.