Job Description
About the City of Penticton
Penticton is a vibrant, innovative waterfront city known for its commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and economic opportunity. With a strong focus on good governance, collaboration, and service excellence, the City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. As one of the most active development regions in British Columbia, Penticton features a diverse mix of large-scale and complex construction projects.
Penticton has been recognized as one of Canada’s most livable cities, according to latest rankings by The Globe and Mail, ranked as the eighth most livable medium-sized city in Canada. Nationally, Penticton earned high marks for access to amenities (11th in Canada), #11 for midlife transitions and #11 for retirement, as well as #13 for young professionals. Penticton also placed within the top 20 in the categories of raising kids (#19), contributing to an overall ranking of 35th across Canada. Rooted in agriculture and surrounded by natural beauty, Penticton is known for its orchards, wineries, and craft breweries—making it one of Canada’s top wine destinations. More than 100 years since its incorporation, Penticton continues to grow as a place to live, work, and play.
For more information, please visit our website at penticton.ca/
For more information about life in Penticton, please visit visitpenticton.com/
About the Opportunity
The City of Penticton is looking for a full-time Parks Amenities Serviceperson, based in Penticton, B.C.
Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, the Park Amenities Serviceperson constructs, inspects, installs new and maintains existing City parks amenities including and not limited to: furniture, trails, playgrounds, play courts, sports fields, walkways, fencing, signage, water equipment, structures and other hardscape features. This position involves year round outside work.
Key Responsibilities:
Construct, inspect and maintain park amenities including and not limited to: furniture, trails, playgrounds, play courts, sports fields, walkways, fencing, signage, structures and other hardscape features.
Perform light carpentry construction and repairs. Prepare, form, pour and finish concrete for pads, walkways and similar infrastructure.
Operate the City workboat and install, inspect and maintain water equipment including buoys, rafts, slides, etc.
Operate and perform general maintenance of vehicles, tractors and a variety of hand tools relating to parks maintenance operations and report problems requiring mechanical servicing as required.
Responds to enquiries from staff, contractors and the public, and maintains courteous and positive relations when doing so.
Required Education, Training & Experience:
Minimum three (3) years' experience in construction relating to park or landscape development or construction atmosphere or a two (2) years' combined education and experience in a related trade.
Recognized courses or certification in risk management, carpentry, workplace inspections, playground safety and park/landscape construction.
Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
CPRA Canadian Playground Inspector Certification.
Pleasure Craft Operator Card or other recognized boat operator certification as required to operate City of Penticton workboat.
Approved training for operation of All Terrain Vehicle (ATV).
BC Association of Crane Safety Certificate of Qualification Boom Truck Crane.
Valid BC Driver's Licence - minimum Class 5 required w/ Air Brake endorsement.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience is an hourly rate of $32.65 - $36.24 (Pay Grade 8, 40 hours per week, CUPE), along with a host of excellent benefits including:
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
Relocation assistance
3 weeks of vacation starting on day one
2 weeks of paid sick leave annually
Municipal pension plan
$2,000 in annual mental health benefits
$200 annual fitness rebate
Free community recreation pass (swimming, fitness, etc.)
Free on-site parking
Fleet vehicles provided for inspections and site visits
Draws for tickets to local concerts, hockey games, and employee appreciation events
Wellness initiatives and team-building activities
A picturesque waterfront location with access to world-class outdoor recreation and a progressive, community-oriented work culture
At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.
That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'd be happy to support you!
If your experience is close to what we're looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by April 15, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Penticton is a vibrant, innovative waterfront city known for its commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and economic opportunity. With a strong focus on good governance, collaboration, and service excellence, the City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. As one of the most active development regions in British Columbia, Penticton features a diverse mix of large-scale and complex construction projects.
Penticton has been recognized as one of Canada’s most livable cities, according to latest rankings by The Globe and Mail, ranked as the eighth most livable medium-sized city in Canada. Nationally, Penticton earned high marks for access to amenities (11th in Canada), #11 for midlife transitions and #11 for retirement, as well as #13 for young professionals. Penticton also placed within the top 20 in the categories of raising kids (#19), contributing to an overall ranking of 35th across Canada. Rooted in agriculture and surrounded by natural beauty, Penticton is known for its orchards, wineries, and craft breweries—making it one of Canada’s top wine destinations. More than 100 years since its incorporation, Penticton continues to grow as a place to live, work, and play.
For more information, please visit our website at penticton.ca/
For more information about life in Penticton, please visit visitpenticton.com/
About the Opportunity
The City of Penticton is looking for a full-time Parks Amenities Serviceperson, based in Penticton, B.C.
Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, the Park Amenities Serviceperson constructs, inspects, installs new and maintains existing City parks amenities including and not limited to: furniture, trails, playgrounds, play courts, sports fields, walkways, fencing, signage, water equipment, structures and other hardscape features. This position involves year round outside work.
Key Responsibilities:
Construct, inspect and maintain park amenities including and not limited to: furniture, trails, playgrounds, play courts, sports fields, walkways, fencing, signage, structures and other hardscape features.
Perform light carpentry construction and repairs. Prepare, form, pour and finish concrete for pads, walkways and similar infrastructure.
Operate the City workboat and install, inspect and maintain water equipment including buoys, rafts, slides, etc.
Operate and perform general maintenance of vehicles, tractors and a variety of hand tools relating to parks maintenance operations and report problems requiring mechanical servicing as required.
Responds to enquiries from staff, contractors and the public, and maintains courteous and positive relations when doing so.
Required Education, Training & Experience:
Minimum three (3) years' experience in construction relating to park or landscape development or construction atmosphere or a two (2) years' combined education and experience in a related trade.
Recognized courses or certification in risk management, carpentry, workplace inspections, playground safety and park/landscape construction.
Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
CPRA Canadian Playground Inspector Certification.
Pleasure Craft Operator Card or other recognized boat operator certification as required to operate City of Penticton workboat.
Approved training for operation of All Terrain Vehicle (ATV).
BC Association of Crane Safety Certificate of Qualification Boom Truck Crane.
Valid BC Driver's Licence - minimum Class 5 required w/ Air Brake endorsement.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience is an hourly rate of $32.65 - $36.24 (Pay Grade 8, 40 hours per week, CUPE), along with a host of excellent benefits including:
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
Relocation assistance
3 weeks of vacation starting on day one
2 weeks of paid sick leave annually
Municipal pension plan
$2,000 in annual mental health benefits
$200 annual fitness rebate
Free community recreation pass (swimming, fitness, etc.)
Free on-site parking
Fleet vehicles provided for inspections and site visits
Draws for tickets to local concerts, hockey games, and employee appreciation events
Wellness initiatives and team-building activities
A picturesque waterfront location with access to world-class outdoor recreation and a progressive, community-oriented work culture
At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.
That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'd be happy to support you!
If your experience is close to what we're looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by April 15, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
💡 Quick Summary
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