About the Calgary Stampede!

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.

As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community. The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community. We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.

Position Summary

The Building Operator is part of the Park and Facility Services Team and is responsible for daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HVAC and mechanical systems across Stampede Park. The role requires diagnosing issues on aging and complex equipment, performing preventative checks, and ensuring safe, reliable facility operations.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Operate, maintain, and document mechanical systems
• Conduct boiler water tests and manage water treatment programs.
• Operate the Johnson Controls BAS (Metasys).
• Record utility meter readings (electrical, water, natural gas).
• Complete seasonal start-up and shutdown procedures for boilers, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Monitor energy consumption and identify operational inefficiencies.
• Ensure safe, environmentally responsible chemical handling.
• Support facility sustainability initiatives.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues, including after‑hours emergencies.
• Operate equipment needed for event-related setup and teardown.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal trades and external contractors to support specialized repairs, maintenance, and compliance work
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Provide support to the Mechanical Chief Engineer and Assistant Chief Engineer as required.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:

• 2–3 years of related maintenance or building operations experience.
• Alberta Fifth Class Power Engineer Certificate (4th class an asset).
• Experience in event centre facilities is an asset.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license.
• Strong customer service, communication, and time‑management skills.
• General MS Office skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Adequate visual acuity, color vision, and sense of smell; ability to lift up to 100 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights, and tolerate extreme temperatures.
• Experience with Metasys Extended Architecture is an asset.

Benefits

The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment, an excellent total compensation package and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume via the “Apply now” button on the top right.

All applicants are thanked in advance and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.