Who We Are, Where We Are and What We Do?
The Special Areas Board (SAB) is a unique form of rural government located in southeastern Alberta. Established through the Special Areas Act in 1938, we provide government services and public land management to residents and businesses over 5 million acres.
At Special Areas, we deliver municipal services residents depend on, from grading roads to potable water to emergency and enforcement. We manage over 2.5 million acres of public lands, including both crown and municipal tax recovery lands. We support our producers through the administration of community pastures, and lease public lands for grazing and cultivation. We work with partners in the region to support economic development and rural stabilization, and we help visitors reconnect with the land and sky in our recreation areas and campgrounds.
Where will You Work: Special Areas 2, 3, and 4, including:
- Youngstown
Seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Maintenance Services Worker to support year-round operations across SAB hamlets. This role involves physically demanding, hands-on work including facility and infrastructure maintenance, equipment operation, grounds upkeep, troubleshooting, and assisting with water and wastewater system maintenance, sampling, and reporting. The ideal candidate is comfortable working outdoors, managing varied tasks, and working independently while contributing to team goals. This full-time position offers stable, meaningful employment with opportunities for training.
What You’ll Do
Water and Wastewater Services
- Assist with the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems, ensuring safe, clean drinking water.
- Tank cleaning, sewer flushing, line blowouts, water meter installs/removals, water hauling; collect and deliver water samples as required.
Buildings, Facilities and Equipment
- Inspect and maintain buildings in Cereal and other hamlets; assist plumbers with plumbing, heating, cooling, and wastewater repairs.
Grounds, Parks and Roads
- Mow grass and maintain hamlets, lagoons, waste sites, water plants and truck fills; plow and remove snow during winter months; perform minor road repairs as needed
What You Need:
- High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- Small systems certification (water & wastewater)
- Experience with water system maintenance, equipment operation, safety practices, and general mechanical work.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally using courtesy, tact, and discretion when addressing requests, complaints, and clarifications.
- Class 5 AB Drivers Licence and the physical capability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Intermediate computer skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Preference to candidates possessing:
- Alberta Environment Class I Certificate of Qualification in water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, and wastewater collection
- AB Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Air Endorsement
Important Considerations for Applicants
- We value diverse experience and are committed to training the right candidate. If you have relevant skills and a strong commitment to public service, we encourage you to apply.
- Participate in an on-call schedule that may vary depending on staffing; willing and able to enter confined spaces.
- Designated safety sensitive position and mandatory pre-employment drug testing will be required on all newly hired employees.
Permanent Full Time -2026 Position
- Annual Salary Range $54,924 - $65,456 depending upon relevant certifications, education, skills and experience
- Compensation based on a 40-hour week - Overtime may be required (Monday-Friday – 8-hour workday)
- Permanent full-time employees receive competitive pay, access to a full range of benefits, and participation in the Public Service Pension Plan.
Application Questions?
- Human Resources – 403-854-5604
COMPETITION NO: 30175
CLOSING DATE: Noon February 13, 2026
Please submit your resume, including a contact email address, quote the competition number, and specify your preferred work location(s), if applicable to:
Human Resource Services - Special Areas Board
Box 820, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0
SpecialAreasHR@specialareas.ab.ca
We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be personally contacted
