Public Works Supervisor

Strathmore is hiring!

The Town of Strathmore is seeking an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Public Works Supervisor to lead our dedicated team! This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic leader who’s passionate about community infrastructure, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys the challenge of making an impact every day. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a role where no two days are the same—and where your leadership truly shapes the community—we’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Exclusive Facility Access: Free use of Strathmore’s recreation facilities including pools, arena, and fitness centre with walking track
• Access to the Town’s Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Benefits from Day One: Comprehensive health and dental coverage, pension enrolment, and more!
• Vacation starts at 3 Weeks: Plus 3 additional days off to recharge at year-end!
• $2000.00/year towards mental health benefits
• $600.00/year Health or Wellness Account with a one-year carryover 

What You’ll Do:

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Public Works Supervisor coordinates all of the functions of the Public Works Department including, but not limited to, supervision, hiring, and managing the public works budget.

Interested in learning more about this opportunity? Check out the full job description here.

Why Strathmore?

Strathmore is a growing, vibrant, welcoming community that is recognized as a regional hub for business and recreation. Continued investment in recreation facilities, parks, projects, commercial revitalization, and community programming provides an exceptional quality of life for our residents, visitors, and staff.

We’re a close-knit community just outside of Calgary, where you can enjoy the best of both small-town living and big-city amenities.

Successful applicants will demonstrate on their resume:

• 5 years of related supervisory experience in skilled operations maintenance with at least 3 years at a second line supervisory/foreman level preferably in a municipal environment
• Must have experience operating a variety of heavy-duty equipment such as motor graders, loaders, excavators and snowplows. Experience with hydro vacs, skid steers, crack sealer units, hot boxes (pothole repairs) and street sweepers will also be considered an asset.
• Technical diploma or equivalent
• Standard First Aid CPR & AED Level C
• Experience in Capital and Public Works maintenance planning
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid Alberta Class 3Q Driver's License and acceptable driving record
• Familiarity with Commercial Vehicle Safety Compliance Regulations will be considered an asset
• WHMIS and TDG certification will be considered an asset
• In the interview we will be looking for the following competencies:
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adhere to deadlines
• Knowledge of budget planning process
• Clear understanding and working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to establish and maintain quality public relations

Application:

Please submit a cover letter and complete resume of experience and qualifications, quoting Competition TOS2025-25 to: careers@strathmore.ca.

This competition will close on July 4th, 2025, at 12:00pm.

The Town of Strathmore thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

This posting is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job ad is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.