KAINAI BOARD OF EDUCATION

The Kainai Board of Education (KBE) is located on a First Nation Reserve located in the southern part of Alberta. The KBE carries out the operations and functions for the delegation of education services from kindergarten to Grade 12 within the Kainai community. Having adopted Kainaysinni, the Declaration of the Elders of Kainai, the KBE is committed to excellence in education for the members of Kainai.

Operations and Maintenance Manager (1) FTE – 12 Month Position

Position Summary - The Operations & Maintenance (O&M;) Manager is responsible for the planning, operation, maintenance, safety, and lifecycle management of all KBE facilities, grounds, equipment, and related infrastructure. The O&M; Manager ensures that schools and support facilities are secure, functional, compliant, and supportive of student learning and staff well-being. The O&M; Manager oversees maintenance staff and contractors, develops and manages capital and operating budgets, and leads facility planning, preventative maintenance, asset management, environmental health and safety, and capital project delivery.

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree in Facilities Management, Building Technology, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
- Experience in facilities, maintenance, construction, or infrastructure management.
- Experience managing maintenance staff, contractors, and service providers.
- Proficiency in using computers: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and various video conferencing platforms.
- Must have valid driver license and satisfactory driving record.
- A clean Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) as well as a clean Children’s Services Intervention Record Check (IRC)

Preferred:

- Trade certification (electrician, plumber, HVAC, carpenter, etc.).




- Project Management Professional (PMP), Facilities Management Professional (FMP), or similar designation.
- Experience in an educational, public sector, Indigenous government, or First Nation organization.

Core Competencies

Facilities Operations & Maintenance

- Lead the safe, efficient, and effective operation of all KBE facilities and grounds.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for buildings, equipment, and site infrastructure.
- Coordinate repairs, renovations, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- Respond to facility emergencies and operational issues.
- Supervise maintenance, custodial, grounds personnel at all sites.
- Establish cleaning, maintenance, and inspection standards.
- Coordinate seasonal maintenance activities, including snow removal, landscaping, and site upkeep.
- Monitor service quality across all KBE facilities.
- Manage the facilities work order system, including prioritization, assignment, tracking, completion, and reporting of maintenance requests.

Asset Management & Capital Planning

- Maintain a comprehensive inventory of facilities, equipment, furniture, vehicles, and site assets.
- Creation of evergreening process on equipment.
- Conduct facility condition assessments and develop lifecycle replacement plans.
- Identify capital priorities and support funding applications.
- Prepare specifications, scopes of work, and tender documents.
- Procure maintenance services, equipment, and contractors.
- Monitor project budgets,



schedules, and deliverables.
- Develop a 5-year Capital Project.
- Function as the Project Manager and/or assist assigned Project Manager on new capital projects.

Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
- Coordinate fire inspections, emergency preparedness planning, and security programs.
- Oversee water quality, signs of mold, indoor air quality, and environmental compliance activities where applicable.

Budgeting, Planning & Administration

- Develop and manage the annual O&M; budget and monitor expenditures and report on budget performance.
- Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
- Develop annual O&M; work plans and facility priorities.

Application Package MUST Include:

- Cover Letter, Resume, Three (3) Reference Letters (Current Employer, Past Employer, Personal)

- Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (Current Within 3 Months)

- Intervention Services Information System Check (Current Within 3 Months)

- Class 5 Driver’s License PLEASE NOTE these positions will remain open until a suitable candidate is found; however, a deadline is listed for expedited purposes. We want to thank all applicants in advance for submitting applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Deadline: November 20, 2026_at 12:00 p.m. MST

Send Applications to:

Kainai Board of Education Attention: Human Resources, Box 240 Standoff, Alberta T0L1Y0

OR, By Email: [email protected]

For Information call: (403) 737-3966 HR Department

Pay: $70,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company car
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Operations & Maintenance Manager (Stand Off)
🏢 Kainai Board of Education
📍 Stand Off