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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary assistant in Alberta is $17.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Temporary Assistants often need to quickly adapt to different workplace cultures, procedures, and team dynamics. Each assignment may involve learning new software, understanding unique organizational priorities, and building rapport with unfamiliar colleagues in a short timeframe. Flexibility, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to asking questions can help Temporary Assistants overcome these challenges and make a positive impact during their placement.

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Temporary Assistants are employees hired on a short-term basis to support organizations with administrative, clerical, or specialized tasks. They often fill in for permanent staff during absences, help during busy periods, or assist with specific projects. Their responsibilities can include data entry, scheduling, answering phones, and other office duties. Temporary Assistants provide flexibility to employers and can work through staffing agencies or be hired directly.
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Infographic showing various Temporary Assistant job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,425 per year, or $17 per hour.

Temporary Branch Administrator

Barnhart Crane & Rigging

Fort Mcmurray, AB • On-site

Temporary

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Barnhart rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 171 rated vehicle equipment hire


Job description

About this Opportunity: This temporary role provides operational and administrative support to help ensure daily activities run smoothly and efficiently. Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, maintaining records and documentation, supporting internal teams, preparing reports, and assisting with general administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while delivering strong communication and customer service. Shift required 6 days on/1 day off and 10-12 hours per day for a duration of 2-3 months.

Responsibilities:

  • Dispatch cranes, operators, support equipment, and personnel to meet customer needs.
  • Maintain various training and certification records, cross-referencing for operational purposes.
  • Assist in administrative duties involving onboarding and training.
  • Ensure operators are dispatched according to the union collective agreement.
  • Secure applicable site permit applications for crane travel and personnel.
  • Identify, gather, and track chargeable expenditures for customer billing.
  • Updates crane operator schedules in a timely manner.
  • Communicates effectively with other regional Dispatch / Administrators (including maintenance department and transport division).
  • Scan and file documentation as required.
  • Attend relevant planning and financial meetings as required.
  • Verify accuracy in individual timesheets and cross-reference those with applicable LEMs/CWO.
  • Reconciles credit card and fuel statements
  • Distributes and updates the information on shared drive regarding credit cards and fuel statements.
  • Creates a variety of documents including memos, letters, presentations, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Ensures that the work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.

Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of experience in a similar administrative or operational role.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
  • Highly motivated self-starter who requires minimal direction.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work with staff and customers at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
  • High attention to detail and sound judgment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, or support team members.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Maintains safety as highest priority.
  • Ability to work remotely, as required.
  • Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

In June 2024, NCSG Crane and Heavy Haul was acquired by Barnhart Crane and Rigging. The integration of NCSG to Barnhart has allowed greater opportunities for employment and access to additional resources, including specialized rigging. Building on NCSG's legacy of superior customer service in 9 locations throughout Western Canada, Barnhart Canada is poised for tremendous growth in the specialty rigging, heavy lift and transportation industry.

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER - Barnhart has built a reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in North American industry.

NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 70 branch locations across North America working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE - Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the "One TEAM." We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

Employment Type: TEMPORARY

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