About the role
##Mission
The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 144,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE 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 CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
##Competition Info
Competition Close Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
Calendar: 12 Month
Salary: $32.06 per hour
Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
This is a temporary position with an approximate end date of October 2026.
##About the Department
Facilities - Maintenance includes all trade and grounds positions that work in school and administrative sites.
##Additional Information
Note:
- This position is required to work outside in various weather conditions and temperatures and may involve repeated physical movement and exertion.
- Must provide a current driver’s abstract.
##Position Description
Purpose
Working under the direction of the Grounds Foreman, the purpose of this position is to foster teamwork participating on a work crew to excavate or move earth, perform snow removal, or landscape.
Accountability
The position is accountable for performing all duties in accordance with CBE and legislative safety practices and procedures to ensure own safety as well as the safety of CBE staff and students.
Responsibilities:
- Safely operates dump truck with trailer, and skid steer loader and/or tractor with attachments. Equipment is used to perform snow removal or landscaping tasks. Selects, changes and adjusts attachments as necessary.
- Performs daily serviceability inspections on assigned unit and equipment, and performs normal operator’s servicing tasks.
- Ensures safe working procedures and conditions exist at all times. Models appropriate conduct and behaviour for carrying out duties in a student environment and working with school staff.
- Excavates, prepares sub grades and replaces appropriate material.
- Performs duties of an Equipment Operator I or II on a temporary or ad hoc basis as required. May perform general labouring duties as assigned.
- May assume the duties of a Foreman when required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement
- Two years of related experience
- TDG and WHMIS certificates
- High School Diploma preferred
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- Ability to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Ability to understand written and oral directions
- Good communication skills
- Dependability and reliability
- Time management and organizational skills
##Conditions of Employment
**Police Information Clearance:**Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.
##Be Part of Our Success
A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.
##Land Acknowledgement
The Calgary Board of Education acknowledges the traditional territories and oral practices of the Treaty 7 Nations, including the Siksikaitsitapi Nations, Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations. We acknowledge the Métis Nation within Alberta, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta. As a learning organization, we are committed to advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action focused on Education for ReconciliACTION.
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About Calgary Board of Education
Our vision:
The Calgary Board of Education is the dynamic learning community of choice.
We provide quality learning opportunities and options. Our learners take ownership by discovering and developing their potential, passions and gifts. They take their place as lifelong learners and make a significant contribution within a complex, changing world.
Our values:
Students come first.
We believe that everyone can learn. Each student is unique and worthwhile. We acknowledge, recognize and celebrate the diversity of our learners. Success for each and every student is the goal of our work.
Learning is our central purpose.
We believe that learning empowers students to achieve their potential. Attention to continuous improvement, high expectations, innovation and relationships will enable all students to reach their potential. Student learning is at the heart of everyone's work at the Calgary Board of Education.
Public education serves the common good.
Public education is essential for a vibrant democracy. The principles of democracy drive our accountability to the public and the public's participation in our work. Our school system is owned by and accountable to Calgarians and therefore, the Calgary Board of Education is accountable to Calgary taxpayers for using resources wisely to meet students' learning needs.
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About the role
##Mission
The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 144,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE 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 CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
##Competition Info
Competition Close Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
Calendar: 12 Month
Salary: $32.06 per hour
Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
This is a temporary position with an approximate end date of October 2026.
##About the Department
Facilities - Maintenance includes all trade and grounds positions that work in school and administrative sites.
##Additional Information
Note:
- This position is required to work outside in various weather conditions and temperatures and may involve repeated physical movement and exertion.
- Must provide a current driver’s abstract.
##Position Description
Purpose
Working under the direction of the Grounds Foreman, the purpose of this position is to foster teamwork participating on a work crew to excavate or move earth, perform snow removal, or landscape.
Accountability
The position is accountable for performing all duties in accordance with CBE and legislative safety practices and procedures to ensure own safety as well as the safety of CBE staff and students.
Responsibilities:
- Safely operates dump truck with trailer, and skid steer loader and/or tractor with attachments. Equipment is used to perform snow removal or landscaping tasks. Selects, changes and adjusts attachments as necessary.
- Performs daily serviceability inspections on assigned unit and equipment, and performs normal operator’s servicing tasks.
- Ensures safe working procedures and conditions exist at all times. Models appropriate conduct and behaviour for carrying out duties in a student environment and working with school staff.
- Excavates, prepares sub grades and replaces appropriate material.
- Performs duties of an Equipment Operator I or II on a temporary or ad hoc basis as required. May perform general labouring duties as assigned.
- May assume the duties of a Foreman when required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement
- Two years of related experience
- TDG and WHMIS certificates
- High School Diploma preferred
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- Ability to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Ability to understand written and oral directions
- Good communication skills
- Dependability and reliability
- Time management and organizational skills
##Conditions of Employment
**Police Information Clearance:**Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.
##Be Part of Our Success
A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.
##Land Acknowledgement
The Calgary Board of Education acknowledges the traditional territories and oral practices of the Treaty 7 Nations, including the Siksikaitsitapi Nations, Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations. We acknowledge the Métis Nation within Alberta, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta. As a learning organization, we are committed to advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action focused on Education for ReconciliACTION.
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About Calgary Board of Education
Our vision:
The Calgary Board of Education is the dynamic learning community of choice.
We provide quality learning opportunities and options. Our learners take ownership by discovering and developing their potential, passions and gifts. They take their place as lifelong learners and make a significant contribution within a complex, changing world.
Our values:
Students come first.
We believe that everyone can learn. Each student is unique and worthwhile. We acknowledge, recognize and celebrate the diversity of our learners. Success for each and every student is the goal of our work.
Learning is our central purpose.
We believe that learning empowers students to achieve their potential. Attention to continuous improvement, high expectations, innovation and relationships will enable all students to reach their potential. Student learning is at the heart of everyone's work at the Calgary Board of Education.
Public education serves the common good.
Public education is essential for a vibrant democracy. The principles of democracy drive our accountability to the public and the public's participation in our work. Our school system is owned by and accountable to Calgarians and therefore, the Calgary Board of Education is accountable to Calgary taxpayers for using resources wisely to meet students' learning needs.