Facility Worker I

The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.

Position Responsibilities

The Facility Worker is responsible for providing day-to-day facility maintenance, minor repairs, inspections, custodial services, and general upkeep across multiple City-owned and City-leased facilities within the Recreation portfolio. The role supports safe, functional, and dignified environments for residents, staff, and visitors and plays a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance.

• Performing preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, and fixtures to reduce service disruptions and equipment failure
• Conducting regular facility inspections, safety checks, and environmental health monitoring
• Completing minor repairs, adjustments, and maintenance tasks within scope and qualifications
• Performing custodial duties including cleaning and sanitizing common areas, washrooms, offices, and exterior spaces
• Identifying maintenance issues and escalating regulated or specialized work to contractors as required
• Coordinating access and supporting contractors performing licensed or specialized services
• Conducting fire and life safety checks and reporting hazards or deficiencies immediately
• Maintaining accurate records of completed maintenance, inspections, and safety checks
• Performing other related duties as assigned to support facility operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License
• Experience in facility maintenance, building operations, custodial services, or a related field
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem‑solving skills and practical judgment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Assets

• Knowledge of building systems, basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC
• Familiarity with safety regulations, fire and life safety practices, and workplace health and safety standards

Hours

The standard workweek consists of an average of 40 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.

Compensation

Starting salary $36.42 per hour as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package.

Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.

Selection Process

We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.

• To apply for this position, please utilize the "Apply Now" tab on this web page to submit your comprehensive cover letter and up‑to‑date resume.
• Our application review process includes a thorough evaluation of all submissions. Short‑listed candidates will be contacted for interview scheduling.
• This posting will be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.
• This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in this position.

Note

After submitting your application and uploading your resume, you should expect to receive an email confirmation indicating that your application for this position has been successfully submitted. If you receive this email, there is no need for any additional contact with us regarding this position. To efficiently manage the high volume of applications we receive for each job posting, we are unable to address job‑specific inquiries prior to the interview stage. However, if you progress to the job interview stage, we will gladly answer any questions you may have.