General Maintenance Worker (Casual)

At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.

We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it’s a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.

Together, we transform lives and communities.

The Utilities Department is seeking up to two individuals for short-term casual employment. These positions provide support for a variety of operational and maintenance activities across campus.

Successful applicants must be capable of performing physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, and moving heavy equipment and materials for up to a seven-hour workday. Hours of work will vary based on operational requirements, with weekly commitments ranging from 0 to 35 hours.

Duties include:

• Moving equipment and materials from storage areas to designated disposal or relocation sites.
• Operating loading dock equipment, including dock levelers and overhead doors.
• Operating a University fleet vehicle primarily on campus and, when required, within the City of Lethbridge.
• Sweeping and cleaning equipment.
• Replacing fluorescent lamps.
• Supporting Utilities operations as assigned.

Salary: $21.00 per hour

Applicants should have a minimum grade 12 education and some previous work experience with manual labour in an institutional setting.

Possession of the following certificates are considered assets: WHMIS, Intermediate First Aid & CPR C + AED.

A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required.

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.