Maintenance Service Worker II

Job Information
Job Title: Maintenance Service Worker II
Job Requisition ID: 86952
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition 
Closing Date: September 23, 2026
Classification: Maintenance Service Worker 2 (042MWC)
Salary: $2,043.71 to $2,501.89/bi-weekly ($53,340 - $65,299 /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.
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

Reporting to the Maintenance Service Worker 3 (Labor Supervisor), the incumbent performs a variety of general maintenance services within Government Centre. Activities may include, but are not limited to forms part of the team which facilitates the setup and takedown for all events taking place on the entirety of the Legislature Grounds, installation and removal of the Christmas Light program, moving of furniture, assisting journeyman trades with repairs, refurbishing or renovations for inhouse operated areas, installation of a variety of exterior signage etc. Position may provide some guidance and direction to contracted resources performing similar activities.

Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the Maintenance Service Worker include, but are not limited to:
• Performing semi-skilled duties, including erecting signage, checking fire extinguishers, moving materials and equipment to and from work sites, and setting up roadway closures.
• Assisting Gardeners with maintenance of annual flowers, trees, and shrubs
• Providing set-up/take-down assistance and support for special programs and events organized by various Ministries and charitable/nonprofit organizations
• Communicating with and responds to a variety of vendors, clients and stakeholders including event organizers
• Carrying out power sweeping and washing of sidewalks and hard landscaping
• Ensuring maintenance of tools and equipment are in good order to support maintenance activities
• Keeping updated safety records including daily hazard assessments, standard operating procedures and safe work practices
• Incumbent may be required to assist with preparation and maintenance of Legislature Grounds skating rink.
The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position. 

APS Competencies

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.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
• Build Collaborative Environments: Works in an open honest manner with colleagues 
• Develop Networks: Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders 
• Drive for Results: Actively sets goals and remains open to advice on reaching them 
• Agility: Works in a changing environment and takes initiative to change 
• Systems Thinking: Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals 

Qualifications

Required:
• Some high school education
• 1-year related experience
• Good knowledge of operation and maintenance requirements for building equipment and related control systems
• A Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Must be comfortable with working at heights and able to perform duties from ladders, lifts and other elevated work platforms in compliance with safety regulations
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, loading, unloading, and moving equipment, tables, chairs, and event supplies.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow

Equivalency: 

Directly related education (a related diploma) 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

• Proficiency in safe trade related work practice
• Some semi-skilled trade-related work experience
• Excellent knowledge in use of large maintenance equipment including but not limited to the operation of: manlifts, skid steers, ATV’s
• Good knowledge of operation and maintenance requirements for building equipment and related control systems 
• Ability to provide services to high profile client with minimal disruption to client activities
• Manlift training
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

This position is a Permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 40, Monday to Friday (7:00 -3:30PM).
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

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 the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• 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.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply online. Please see Job Application Resources for more information. 
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of  Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
It is also recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
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 contact Kemi Adebola at Kemi.Adebola@gov.ab.ca