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, May 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Calendar: 12 month

Salary: $38.94 per hour

Weekly Hours: 40 per week

This is a temporary position with an approximate end date of April 29, 2027.

About the Department

Facilities - Maintenance includes all trade and grounds positions that work in school and administrative sites.

Position Description

Purpose

The purpose of the Painter and Decorator is to prepare surfaces, apply finishes and generally maintain Calgary Board of Education structures and infrastructure to the standards set by the Calgary Board of Education and the Alberta Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Board.

Accountability

This position is accountable for:

• Maintaining a productive balance between quality and quantity of work in an efficient and timely manner while demonstrating adaptability to changes in work priorities;

• Effectively prioritizing work and solving associated problems in a collaborative manner;

• Communicating effectively;

• Demonstrating teamwork to contribute towards and maintain positive work relationships; and

• Performing all duties in accordance with CBE and legislative safety practices and procedures at all times to ensure their own safety and the safety of team members, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Identifies work priorities and schedules work in consultation with the Painter Foreman.
• Assesses and prepares all types of surfaces to ensure successful application of new coatings.
• Applies all types of coatings using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Removes, repairs and applies all types of wall coverings and decorative finishes.
• Mixes paint to match existing or specified paint colours.
• Performs specialty work; such as touch-ups, application of gym floor sports-court lines, murals and logos.
• Utilizes ladders, man lifts, and portable/stationary/suspended scaffold systems safely and effectively.
• Determines stock levels and types of painting and decorating related materials to be procured.
• Utilizes drawings and/or specifications, site visit measurements, material quantity take-offs, known labor rates and other information available, to produce accurate estimates for work covered in this trade.
• Completes work orders as assigned.
• Prepares reports and provides recommendations regarding painting and decorating.
• Utilizes knowledge of Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations to ensure that all work sites and procedures are safe.
• Adequately stocks vehicle when a service vehicle is assigned. Maintains cleanliness and basic service checks.
• Works collaboratively with all other trades and CUPE members to provide painting and decorating services to the Calgary Board of Education.
• May assume duties of Foreman as required.
• Performs other related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Must possess a Journeyman Painter and Decorator Certification.
• Minimum three years’ experience as a Journeyman Painter and Decorator is an asset.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to keep accurate records

• Demonstrated knowledge of computers is essential.

• Self-motivated; able to work independently, strong organizational and time management skills and demonstrated the ability to work in a team environment.

• Skilled at maintaining and enhancing levels of service delivery and customer focus are required.

• Willingness to upgrade and remain current with practices and trends.

• Must be physically able to complete all demands and responsibilities of the position and work at multi-storey heights over a scheduled shift.

• Personal Suitability.

Note:

• Must possess a current Alberta Operators license, Class 5, and provide a driver’s abstract.

• Must provide own vehicle and hand tools as per applicable collective agreement.

• May be required to work overtime.

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.

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A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.