Public Works- Summer Student Labourer

Smoky Lake County is seeking a self-motivated Summer Student to join the Public Works team as a general labourer. This is an excellent opportunity for any student seeking a hands-on experience in municipal operations and outdoor maintenance.

Position Summary: Reporting to the Public Works Manager, the successful candidate will be a valued member of the Public Works Department who will assist with a variety of maintenance and construction activities. Work will primarily be outdoors and will involve physically demanding tasks in a team environment.

• Assisting with road maintenance activities, including patching and general repairs

• Installing and maintaining road signage

• Performing brushing and vegetation control along roadways and municipal properties

• Loading and unloading equipment, tools, and materials

• Assisting with construction and general labour tasks as required

• Performing general cleaning and maintenance of equipment, tools, and worksites

• Operating hand tools and performing manual labour, including shovel work
  
  

▪  Must be returning to full-time post-secondary education in the fall of 2026

▪  Ability to perform physically demanding labour in varying weather conditions

▪  Ability to take direction and follow safe work practices

▪  Willingness to work outdoors and in a team setting

▪  Punctual, dependable, and safety-conscious

▪  Valid Class 5 driver’s license is considered an asset

Smoky Lake County would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume, in confidence, to the undersigned by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2026.

Jasmine Schaub
Human Resources and Safety Manager, Deputy DEM
Smoky Lake County
Box 310, 5004 50 Street, Smoky Lake, Alberta, T0A 3C0
Email:  jschaub@smokylakecounty.ab.ca