Who We Are, Where We Are and What We Do?
The Special Areas Board (SAB) is a unique form of local government located in southeastern Alberta. Established through the Special Areas Act in 1938, we provide government services and public land management to residents and businesses over 5 million acres.
At Special Areas, we deliver the municipal services our residents depend on, from grading roads to potable water to emergency and enforcement. We manage over 2.5 million acres of public lands, supporting our ratepayers through the administration of community pastures and leasing public lands for grazing and cultivation. We work with partners in the region to support economic development and rural stabilization, and we help visitors reconnect with the land and sky in our recreation areas and campgrounds.
Where will You Work: Special Areas 2, 3, and 4, including:
- Mustering locations from Hanna, Consort, Oyen and Youngstown
Make your summer count by gaining hands-on experience with a road maintenance crew. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing previous labor or equipment experience, this role places you outdoors supporting the day-to-day maintenance of municipal roads and rights-of-way. You’ll assist with general road and gravel maintenance, signage and traffic control setup, vegetation management, and routine inspections while contributing to safe and reliable transportation infrastructure. Working alongside experienced crew members, you’ll take on physically active responsibilities and build practical skills that can support future opportunities in public works, transportation, or municipal operations from late spring through summer.
What You’ll Do
- Grader Beat Operators, Brush Cutter and Mower Crew Operators
- Operation of road maintenance equipment for tasks such as grading, weed and brush control
- Gravel Crew Operators-Loader/Checker/Water Haul Truck Drivers (Class 3 Drivers Licence)
- Gravel loading, delivery and spreading
- Sign Crew Drivers/Operators
- Repairing, replacing and installing signs
- Equipment servicing and minor repairs
- Delivering the Special Areas Safety Program and all reporting requirements and other duties as required
What You Need
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (GED) – combination of experience/education will be considered
- Prior road maintenance and/or construction experience is an asset
- Physical capabilities to perform job duties - required lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Working knowledge in the care and use of tools and equipment common to these positions
- Ability to communicate effectively using courtesy, tact and discretion and use good judgement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
Preference may be given to candidates possessing:
- Class 3 AB Drivers Licence – Air Endorsement
- Class 1 Drivers Licence
Important Considerations for Applicants
- These positions will be working outside completing fieldwork in rural-remote areas.
- Availability to work from April/May through September/October.
- We value diverse experience and are committed to training the right candidate. If you have relevant skills and a strong commitment to public service, we encourage you to apply.
- These are designated safety sensitive positions and mandatory pre-employment drug testing will be required on all newly hired employees.
Term Seasonal Road Maintenance 2026 Positions
- Hourly Rates starting at $23.8316 - $41.6872 (as of April 1, 2026) depending upon classification, relevant education, skills and experience.
- In addition to the hourly rate of pay, earnings include:
- * 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings as holiday pay (Stat) and
- * 6 percent of regular wage earnings as annual vacation pay.
- Compensation based on a 40-hour week - Overtime may be required.
Application Questions?
- Human Resources – 403-854-5604
COMPETITION NO: 321005
CLOSING DATE: Noon February 27, 2026
Please submit your resume, including a contact email address, quote the competition number, and specify your preferred work location(s), if applicable to: Human Resource Services - Special Areas Board Box 820, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0
Email: SpecialAreasHR@specialareas.ab.caWe thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be personally contacted
