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Alberta Health Services

Physiotherapist I

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$42.51 - CA$56.60/hr

Supervision of the clinical practice of students & assistants is required. Participation on program ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits * Date Available: 24-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 07 ...

Alberta Health Services

Physiotherapist I

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$42.51 - CA$56.60/hr

Supervision of the clinical practice of students and assistants is required. Participation on ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits * Date Available: 24-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 03 ...

Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 27-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 22 ...

Clark Builders

Senior Superintendent

Calgary, AB

Predetermine temporary construction services and efficient timing of same. * Establishing effective communication with consultants, subcontractors and clients * Assist Business Development/Estimating ...

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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 Calgary, AB 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.

Electrical Engineer/Technologist (12 month Temporary)

Spartan Controls Ltd.

Calgary, AB

Temporary

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Spartan Controls is an employee-owned company and leading provider of data management, industrial automation, valves, measurement and control solutions for process industries in Western Canada and beyond.  We are dedicated to providing exceptional sales, support and service experiences for our diverse customer base in industries such as mining, power, oil & gas, municipal, pulp & paper, and chemical.

Spartan is committed to creating a sustainable modern world with innovative automation. Our focus is Customer Outcomes.  By leveraging applied automation we assist customers improving their Safety, Reliability, Operations and Productivity.  

Our employee ownership model creates a unique culture of community, creativity, entrepreneurship, and a place to build your career.  Spartan Controls provides an environment that not only encourages you to do your best, but also empowers you to do what it takes to create a solution, address a need, or respond to an issue.

Summary

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Systems, Software & Solutions Project Operations team in Calgary.  Working on multiple project teams, providing technical project support, knowledge and experience relating to automation control systems and instrumentation solutions, the successful candidate will be a driven, self-starter who enjoys a challenge and is motivated to meet and exceed customer expectations.  This role will report to the Operations Manager.

This is a temporary 12-month term position, located in Calgary.

Role and Responsibilities
  • Act as an integral component of the project team, working with project management and engineering personnel.
  • Work with customers' engineers to define functional and specification requirements and manage customer expectations.
  • Take responsibility for the electrical aspects of the project, where the project scope includes, but is not limited to:
    • Design of electrical and control panels, cabinets, and junction boxes.
    • Low-voltage power distribution and control (600VAC and below).
    • Industrial electrical equipment buildings/Process skids.
    • Electrical design for both classified and non-classified areas.
  • Support projects through engineering design, integration, commissioning, and start-up activities.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable customer engineering and safety standards, practices, procedures, plant documentation requirements, and methods of installation.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., PM, CADD, Manufacturing, Sales).
  • Interface with trade subcontractors and sub-suppliers.
  • Create and maintain detailed project records.
  • Contribute to and support the development and evolution of design standards.
  • Understand project management processes.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Electrical Engineering degree and registered (or eligible to register) with APEGA as a P.Eng., P.L.(Eng)., or E.I.T. OR: Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma and registered (or eligible to register) with ASET as a P.Tech.(Eng.) or with APEGA as a P.L.(Eng.).
  • 3-5 years of electrical or control panel design/installation experience (considered an asset).
  • Professional Engineer designation with the ability to stamp drawings and documentation.
  • Experience with electrical control panel design (DCS, PLC, and VFD systems) is an asset.
  • Proven experience applying CSA electrical code standards (e.g., electrical equipment sizing, including conductors and breakers).
  • Proven experience designing power and electrical control schematics.
  • Working knowledge of equipment ratings (including voltage and short-circuit ratings), industry regulations, standards, and practices (considered an asset).
  • Broad understanding of instrumentation and control technology, along with common engineering tools and work processes.
  • Exceptional communication skills, along with excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to multitask and work proactively in a fast-paced team environment while meeting tight timelines.
  • Continuous learner with a growth mindset, eager to stay updated on emerging technologies and industry best practices.
  • Entrepreneurial work ethic with a strong customer service focus.
  • Willingness to travel; valid driver's license required.


Spartan is committed to providing a safe workplace for all employees. This position is classified as safety-sensitive, and as such, the successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment alcohol & drug test.

Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.

As part our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment security background check. 

Close Date: Aug 16, 2026 (11:59 pm MDT)

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 Requisition ID: 1820

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