JOB LEADS LIST
Ponoka & Area
Please use the comprehensive list below highlighting openings throughout the Ponoka area to connect with your next employer.
Education & Daycare
Carpenter, Cabinetmaker Instructor, Plumber and Electrician
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Valid Provincial or Inter-provincial Journeyman Certificate as a Carpenter, Cabinetmaker, Plumber and/or Electrician
- Ability to motive and instruct others to learn skills relevant to the position
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Action-oriented individual with effective interpersonal relationships skills
- Previous experience in an educational environment providing instruction to tohers in a construction industry or related programs, creating and maintaining project schedules as well as estimaging materials/equipment needs and job costs
- Proficiency in reading/interpreting blueprints, drawings and construction specifications and in the use of software such as AutoCAD, MS Project or other software
- Willingness to travel, work overtime and shift work when required
- Valid driver's license
- Bilingual in French and English is considered an asset
- Apply by clicking here
Building Services Worker, CORCAN & Installations Instructor
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Valid Provincial or Inter-provincial Journeyman Certificate within a designated trade
- Experience working on residential, commercial, industrical construction projects and/or related industry experience such as assembly/installation of products
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Action-oriented individual with effective interpersonal relationships skills
- Previous experience in supervision (providing direction to staff), correctional setting working with offenders, reading/interpreting blueprints/drawings/construction specifications and masonry
- Willingness to travel, work overtime and shift work when required
- Valid driver's license
- Apply by clicking here
Emergency and Protective Services
Security Guards
First Contact Protection Services | Full-time, Part-time and Temporary in Ponoka and area
- Valid Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST) License
- Reliable Transportation
- Apply via e-mail
Telecommunications Operators (911 Dispatchers)
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Ability and willingness to work shift work, work on short nortice and testify in court as required
- Ability and willingness to travel for work or training
- Be exposed to emotionally charged clients and incidents that may be traumatic, violent and disturbing
- Ability to wear a headset, exposure to multiple screens and noice for extended periods
- Undergo testing to meet medical profile standards
- Apply by clicking here
Correctional Officer II - Pê Sâkâstêw Centre
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Valid unrestricted driver's license
- Completed High School Diploma or equivalency
- Valdi Standard First Aid Certification
- Full training including an allowance provided to successful candidates
- Candidates must meet the medical and physchological requirements determed by Correctional Service of Canada and Health Canada
- Apply by clicking here
Correctional Officer I
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Valid unrestricted driver's license
- Completed High School Diploma or equivalency
- Valdi Standard First Aid Certification
- Full training including an allowance provided to successful candidates
- Candidates must meet the medical and physchological requirements determed by Correctional Service of Canada and Health Canada
- Apply by clicking here
Correctional Officer II - Primary Worker / Kimisinaw
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Valid unrestricted driver's license
- Completed High School Diploma or equivalency
- Valdi Standard First Aid Certification
- Full training including an allowance provided to successful candidates
- Candidates must meet the medical and physchological requirements determed by Correctional Service of Canada and Health Canada
- Apply by clicking here
Correctional Officer - Indigenous peoples
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Valid unrestricted driver's license
- Completed High School Diploma or equivalency
- Valdi Standard First Aid Certification
- Full training including an allowance provided to successful candidates
- Candidates must meet the medical and physchological requirements determed by Correctional Service of Canada and Health Canada
- Apply by clicking here
Health & Wellness
Health Care Aide
Alberta Health Services | Various opportunities in Ponoka
- Proficient in English
- Live within rural or remote areas such as Ponoka
- Ability to "earn as you learn" by enrolling with the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory and completing an online Health Care Aide program and certification within your first 18 months of employment. Employer funding available to support you with tuition. Applicants do not need a certification or prior healthcare experience to apply.
- Apply by clicking here
Health Care Aide
Seasons Retirement Communities | Part-time in Ponoka
- Proof of COVID Vaccination
- Enrolled in the Alberta Health Care Aide (HCA) Directory
- Proof of Health Care Aide Certification or current enrolment in a Health Care Aide program
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Apply by clicking here
Nurse
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Registration as a Registered Nurse OR a Registered Psychiatric Nurse within Alberta in good standing
- Previous experience working within a health care environment, including clinical fieldwork placements such as medical, surgical, emergency or psychatric setting
- Completed Bachelor or Master's degree with acceptable specialization in nursing or in another specialty relevent to the position
- Relevant Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Certification in Nursing
- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control accredited by the Certification Board of Infection Control & Epidemiology
- Experience in nursing in one or more of the following areas: immunization, infectious disease screening, health promotion programs, rural or remote areas, correctional or forensic settings, community health nursing, public health nursing and/or occupational health; in addition to nursing intervention or therapeutic intervention to patients suffering from a variety of mental illnesses or psycho-social difficulties
- Ability and willingness to work shift work, overtime, variable hours and travel occasionally
- Valid CPR/AED Level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Valid medical clearance through Health Canada
- Apply by clicking here
Psychologist
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Completed Mastor or Doctorate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in clinical, forensic or counselling psychology
- Registered and licensed psychologist for autonomous practice in good standing
- Experience in:
- the provision of psychological services, such as assessment, counselling or other psychological services with adults, either to groups or to individuals, within forensic / correctional settings to a diverse population
- assessing/diagnosing and treating complex mental disorders
- delivering psychotherapeutic and culturally senstitive interventions
- providing assessment and intervention services for substance use and in the context of suicide / non-suicide self-injury
- Bilingual in English and French is considered an asset
- Apply by clicking here
LPN Health & Wellness Manager
Seasons Retirement Communities | Full-time in Ponoka
- Proof of COVID Vaccination
- Current Practical Nurse License and current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses
- Communicate effectively following written and verbal instructions
- Strong ability to organize and prioritize workload throughout scheduled shift
- Valid Class 5 driver's license with clean driver's abstract
- Valid First Aid/CPR and Safe Food Handler's Certifications
- Completed Medication Administration training
- Knowledge of medical equipment is considered an asset but training will be provided
- Apply by clicking here
Heavy Industry, Labour, & Related
Countertop Installer
Dittmar Stone & Tile | Full-time in Ponoka
- 1+ years previous related experience
- Physically fit with the ability to handle up to 100lbs
- Valid Driver’s License
- Mechanically inclined with the ability to handle hand or power tools, read blueprints or drawings, and conduct measurements
- Apply by email
Granite & Quartz Polisher
Dittmar Stone & Tile | Full-time in Ponoka
- 1+ years previous related experience
- Physically fit with the ability to handle heavy loads and stand for extended periods of time
- Valid Class 3 Driver’s License
- Valid Forklift Operator Certification
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Apply by email
Machinist
Dittmar Stone & Tile | Full-time in Ponoka
- 1+ years previous related experience
- Valid Class 3 Driver’s License
- Valid Forklift Operator Certification
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Apply by email
Cleaning Services Officer
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Completed education, training and/or experience within related field
- Previous experience cleaning in either commercial, multi-residential or institutional environment including using / maintaining mechanical equipment
- Ability to use computer programs such as Word, Excel, Powr Point and electronic mail
- Knowledge of janitorial supplies (use as well as handling/storage), workplace health and safety, cleaning equipment/techniques/procedures and safe lifting techniques/practices
- Ability to deal with multiple priorities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to lift heavy objects while practicing proper safety procedures
- Apply by clicking here
Maintenance Tradesperson
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Previous education, experience or combination within operations, repair and/or maintenance of buildings
- Demonstrated integrity and respect
- Shows initiative and is safety as well as action-oriented
- Effective communication skills and can work well with others
- Ability to work and lift tools, equipment and objects weighing at least 50 lbs when required
- Able and willing to work in a 24/7 operationa environment
- Valid unrestricted driver's license
- Ability to work overtime or flexible hours
- Apply by clicking here
General Labourer
The Bale Bandits Inc. | Full-time in Rimbey
- Able to work independently
- Clean and organized individual
- Physically fit with the ability to sort, pack and transport materials and products
- Willingness to learn
- Previous experience would be considered an asset
- Apply by calling 403-783-4284
Painter / Production Painter
The Bale Bandits Inc. | Full-time in Rimbey
- Clean and organized individual
- Able to read and interpret paint specifications and order forms as well as tend or operate necessary equipment (training is available)
- Willingness to learn
- Previous experience would be considered an asset
- Apply by calling 403-783-4284
Human Services
Community Service Provider
Part-time and Casual in Ponoka
- Some experience providing personal care with older adults
- Genuine interest and passion for working with older adults
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Flexibility to work various shifts between 8:30am to 5:00pm
- Able to work casual hours to start with potential to move to part-time depending on service demand
- Clean criminal record and vulnerable sector check no more than 6 months old
- Apply by clicking here
Employment Coordinator
Correctional Service Canada | Full-time in Ponoka and area
- Completed secondary school degree in Social Sciences OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
- Experience in intervening with and/or supporting individuals who are working on changing their behaviour
- Knowledge of Correction Service of Canada's mission, priorities and employment programs including related policies
- Ability to plan, implement and facilitate employment related programs, employment services and/or career counselling
- Willingness to engage with multiple stakeholders and develo partnerships with community organizations
- Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
- Previous experience working with a diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds including mental health needs
- Willingness to work shifts, variable hours, and travel (including overnight)
- Billingual individual is considered an asset
- Apply by clicking here
Retail, Hospitality & Food / Beverage
Housekeeper
Seasons Retirement Communities | Part-time in Ponoka
- Proof of COVID Vaccination
- Must be able to read and communicate effectively
- High standard of hygiene and cleanliness
- Effective interpersonal relationship and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to organize and work under strict time constraints