Carpenter

Government of Alberta; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta is seeking a Carpenter 1 in Red Deer Alberta to join Infrastructure. This permanent, full-time position involves maintaining, repairing and constructing building components across facilities.

You will work under the Facilities Coordinator, with 40 hours per week, 8 am to 5 pm, requiring journeyperson certification and a valid Class 5 license. Apply by Oct 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson carpentry certification is required.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Basic understanding of Alberta Building Code and related safety standards.
• Experience with building systems and maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Repair, install, maintain, alter and renovate across multiple buildings.
• Prepare labour and material estimates; interact with contractors.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Utilize maintenance systems and work-order reporting systems.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Estimate and purchase materials for on-site construction and repairs.
• Collaborate with Facilities Coordinator on project specs and timelines.

Education

Journeyperson level carpenter certification

Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Carpenter
Job Requisition ID: JR87920
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Red Deer AB
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 30, 2026
Classification: Carpenter 1
Salary: $3,137.16 biweekly ($81, 879/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development.

The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.

For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit: http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca

Role Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Coordinator, the position repairs, installs, maintains, alters and renovates within several buildings at Michener Centre. Performs administrative and project planning tasks such as preparing labour and material estimates and interacting with contractors. The position also supports the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of renovation, maintenance and some new construction.

The position works independently on a wide variety of building systems in conjunction with the client department. The position is responsible to ensure that all day-to-day building operations are performed in an effective, efficient manner, carefully adhering to all Infrastructure and industry accepted standards.

Primary Responsibilities for the Carpenter include, but are not limited to:

• Analyzing various system operations, taking corrective action to prevent equipment or system failures
• Ensuring that applicable building/safety codes and other applicable building codes and regulations are followed
• Performing service and maintenance of building components
• Utilizing the Facilities Maintenance Systems (FMS) and Work Order Reporting Systems (WORTS)
• Performing scheduled visual inspections and quality assurance checks
• Estimating and purchasing all materials required for repairing, maintaining, installing and constructing various segments of on-site building
• Assisting the Facilities Coordinator in acquiring specifications and quotations to complete projects and maintain structural components within specified timelines
• Ensuring the carpenter shop, tools and equipment are clean and well maintained

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Good interpersonal communication and correspondence skills to manage tenant/client services, receiving direction and exchanging technical information
• Coordination and planning skills

APS Competencies

• Systems Thinking - Observes and understands larger impact of role: Seeks to understand broader goals and objectives of the ministries and work area. Works with others to achieve business plans, goals and priorities.
• Creative Problem Solving - Is open to new ideas and breaks problems down to identify solutions: Position is expected to deal with most issues independently and is able to reach out for assistance when needed.
• Drive for Results - Actively sets goals and remains open to advice on reaching them: Able to identify priority items and action appropriately. Has clear objectives and a plan to achieve those objectives.
• Build Collaborative Environments - Works in an open honest manner with colleagues: Works in a manner that aligns with the Respect in the Workplace policy.

Qualifications

Required

• Journeyperson level carpenter certification
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Assets

• Basic understanding of the Alberta Building Code. Ability to apply building code regulations along with Occupational Health and Safety codes, Fire codes etc.
• Use of hand and power tools equipment of different levels in a complex facilities environment
• Working knowledge of operation and maintenance of building systems

Notes

This position is a Permanent, Full-Time position with the standard weekly work hours of 40, Monday to Friday (8am - 5 pm).

Location: Red Deer AB

• Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).

Links And Information On What We Have To Offer

• Working for the Alberta Public Service .
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) Alberta Public Service. Benefit Information .
• Professional learning and development .
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool .
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Kemi Adebola at [e-mail] .