Maintenance Labourer
Permanent Full - Time
Location: Palliser Education Centre
Start Date: As soon as possible
Schedule: 40 hour/week
Monday – Friday
Compensation: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour (based on experience)
Posting Closes: June 5, 2026
The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dependable and self-motivated Maintenance Labourer. This position involves regular maintenance of schools, snow removal, managing work orders, and other duties as assigned. This position is located out of the Palliser Education Center (PEC) in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Key Responsibilities:
Repairs/Construction and Schools Upkeep
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Complete daily work orders as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
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Repair of all furniture in schools.
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Repair/replace hardware.
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Construct and install all tack boards required by schools.
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Repair and/or erect chain link fencing.
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Respond to intrusion and building alarms during and after normal working hours.
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Install cabinetry constructed in-house.
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Maintain a clean shop area at PEC.
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Repair underground sprinklers when required.
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Snow removal when required.
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Perform general maintenance duties in schools (windows, wall repair, gutters, fascia, minor roof repairs, minor plumbing).
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Support summer grounds crew when required.
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Assist other maintenance personnel when required.
Delivery & Courier Duties
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Transport furniture and any educational material from school to school.
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Transport risers to schools from the maintenance shop as required.
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Make emergency deliveries of supplies and materials.
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Fill in when required for courier duties.
Qualifications:
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Minimum 2 years experience working in maintenance or related environments preferred.
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Previous experience with building maintenance, carpentry, mechanics and welding.
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Strong time management, prioritization, multitasking and organizational skills.
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Strong ability to adapt and manage change.
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Strong interpersonal, verbal, listening and written communication skills combined with the ability to speak with confidence.
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Strong conflict management skills.
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Ability and success in building productive relationships with co-workers, staff and other internal and external stakeholders.
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Professionalism, tact, courtesy and diplomacy skills.
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Ability to deal with sensitive and discretionary matters and maintain strict confidentiality.
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Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
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Use of appropriate judgement in a framework of generally established methods, protocols and procedures.
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Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Working Conditions:
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Use of carpentry and maintenance tools required.
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PPE and safety training provided as needed.
Education/Licences/Certificates
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Must hold a valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record (abstract may be requested)
Benefits:
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100% Employer paid comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and health/wellness spending accounts through Alberta School Employee Benefits Plan.
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Pension through Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
Conditions of Employment:
In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants new to The Palliser School Division must provide:
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Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment;
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Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN card/document must be in current legal name. Name on SIN card/document must match your Government Issued Photo ID and Criminal Record Check;
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Government issued ID (must be in current legal name) - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.
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Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record (abstract may be requested)
How to Apply
Interested candidates are asked to submit their documents through ApplytoEducation on the “Human Resources” page of the Palliser School Division website at:
The following attachments should accompany the online submission:
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Cover letter directed to Stephen O'Connor, Maintenance Supervisor;
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Resume summarizing training and experience;
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Minimum of three supervisory references.
We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
This posting will remain open until June 5, 2026.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
Rick Aos, Facilities Manager
Palliser School Division
