Maintenance Service Worker

Oipc Ab; Alberta; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Infrastructure is seeking a Maintenance Service Worker III to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of provincial facilities in Hanna or Drumheller, Alberta. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, regulatory compliance, and coordination with supervisors on building projects.

The successful candidate will troubleshoot building systems, respond to emergencies, and support after-hours as required, reporting to the Facilities Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate technical issues and solutions.
• Interpersonal skills to interact positively with facility users, clients, contractors, and co-workers.
• Organizational and time management skills, including ability to prioritize multiple and competing requests for action.

Responsibilities

• Providing preventative maintenance measures on all building systems to minimize problems and extend equipment life and operation.
• May operate building management systems and card access systems.
• Identifying projects for consideration of operational and Major Maintenance funding.
• Monitoring services for delivery and purchasing compliance.
• Adhering to OH&S, ABC, Fire Code and other regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Physically able

Education

Building Operator Certificate

5th Class Power Plant Engineer Certificate

Trade certification

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Job Information
Job Title: Maintenance Service Worker III
Job Requisition ID: 87744
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Hanna or Drumheller
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 14, 2026
Classification: Maintenance Service Worker 3
Salary: $2,157.34 - $2,643.56 bi-weekly ($56,306 - $68,996/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 career opportunities.

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.
Please see Alberta Infrastructure , for more information.

This position performs work essential to the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of the Hanna Provincial Building, and several Government of Alberta buildings within Drumheller, Oyen and Coronation. The services being provided are critical to the overall health of the facilities and comfort of facility users, clients, and visitors.

The Maintenance Service Worker 3 will trouble shoot building operational needs, correct issues where possible and report the findings to their immediate supervisor. Respond to building emergencies and provide after-hour support as required.

Reporting to the Facilities Coordinator, the Maintenance Service Worker 3 functions within applicable legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards.

The primary responsibilities for the Maintenance Service Worker include, but are not limited to:

• Providing preventative maintenance measures on all building systems to minimize problems and extend equipment life and operation.
• Performing duties in accordance with Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA) regulations and provides routine maintenance and testing in accordance with the Act.
• Providing energy efficient techniques operating cooling systems in the provision of building comfort.
• Inspecting equipment and performing quality assurance checks on a scheduled basis to detect operational problems and maintenance issues.
• May require operating a building management system and card access systems.
• Identifying special projects for consideration of operational and Major Maintenance funding.
• Monitoring of services for delivery and purchasing compliance.
• Discussion of assigned tasks and identification of completion dates on a weekly or monthly basis.
• Adhering to all applicable regulatory requirements, OH&S, ABC, Fire Code, etc.
• Assistance with identifying projects, preparing tenders, performing site tours, and inspecting and verifying work of contractors.

The successful candidate will have:

• Written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate technical issues and solutions.
• Interpersonal skills to interact positively with facility users, clients, contractors, and co-workers.
• Organizational and time management skills, including ability to prioritize multiple and competing requests for action.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Systems Thinking – Observes and understands larger impact of role: Seeks to understand broader goals and objectives of the ministries and work area.
• 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.
• Build Collaborative Environments– Works in an open honest manner with colleagues: Works in a manner that aligns with the Respect in the Workplace policy.
• Physically able to perform the manual duties found in the position assignment.
• Building Operator A Certificate or 5th Class Power Plant Engineer Certificate or trade certification.
• Class 5 driver's licence.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Assets:

• Understanding of mechanical systems.
• Basic knowledge of workplace safety practices, including hazard identification, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe work procedures.

Notes

This position is a permanent, full-time position.
The standard weekly work hours of 40, Monday to Friday (8:15 am - 4:30 pm).

Location: Hanna or Drumheller, Alberta

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

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• 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.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

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