What jobs are common in Calgary, Alberta?

Calgary commonly posts openings across energy and environmental services, construction and skilled trades, transportation and logistics, technology and IT, finance and business services, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and customer support.

Are salaries shown in Canadian dollars (CAD)?

Yes. Pay guidance and examples on this page use Canadian dollars (CAD). Employers may list hourly, weekly, monthly, or annual rates.

What is the minimum wage in Alberta?

Alberta’s general minimum wage is $15.00 per hour for most employees. Always confirm the latest rate on the official Alberta government page.

How do I apply for jobs through OpeningsHub?

Use filters to find a vacancy, read requirements carefully, then contact the employer directly via phone, email, or messenger details in the posting.

Where can I check Calgary labour market information?

The City of Calgary publishes labour market outlook information, and Job Bank provides labour market data and trends for Alberta.

Jobs in Calgary, Canada

Q: Can I find part-time and shift work in Calgary?

Yes. Many employers in retail, hospitality, warehousing, and some manufacturing/service roles hire for part-time schedules and shift work.

Explore fresh job offers in Calgary, Alberta — including energy & environment, construction and skilled trades, transportation & logistics, tech & IT, finance and business services, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and services. OpeningsHub connects job seekers and employers directly (no hidden commissions).

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Local insight: Calgary is a major hub for energy and professional services and also has strong activity in technology, transportation & logistics, financial services, and creative industries. (Great fit if you can work shifts and travel to sites.)

Working in Calgary, Alberta

English is the main working language; customer-facing roles usually require strong communication.
Hiring varies by sector and season; shift availability helps in operations, logistics, and services.
Many roles are posted with hourly pay (CAD), plus overtime/shift premiums depending on employer policy.

Official references: Government of Alberta — Minimum wage · Canada minimum wage portal · Job Bank labour market info

Popular job categories in Calgary

Energy & environment: operations, field services, maintenance, environmental support roles.
Transportation & logistics: warehouse, dispatch, drivers, shipping/receiving, forklift.
Construction & trades: electricians, welders, carpenters, equipment operators, labour.
Tech & IT: IT support, service desk, software roles (depending on postings).
Finance & business services: admin, accounting, customer support, operations.

Sector context: Calgary Economic Development — sectors

Salary & pay expectations (CAD) — what to verify

Calgary pay depends on experience, tickets/certifications, and shift schedules. Before you accept an offer, confirm: base wage in CAD, overtime rules, shift premium (evenings/nights), paid breaks, probation period, and whether benefits are included.

Role group	Common pay format	What to confirm
Warehouse & logistics	Hourly (CAD)	Shift premium, overtime, forklift certification requirements
Trades / construction	Hourly / project-based (CAD)	Tickets/licences, tools, site travel, union/non-union
Energy / field services	Hourly / daily (CAD)	Rotation schedule, travel pay, safety tickets, per-diem
Office / finance / customer service	Hourly / annual (CAD)	Targets/bonuses, onsite vs hybrid, benefits

Alberta general minimum wage for most employees is $15.00/hour. Always verify updates on official government pages.

How to use OpeningsHub

Filter by city, profession, salary format, and contract type.
Read each job description carefully (duties, schedule, requirements).
Contact the employer directly via phone/email/messenger details.
For employers: publish a vacancy quickly and reach candidates worldwide.

Local labour market info: City of Calgary — Labour market outlook

Job search checklist (Calgary)

Before you apply

Confirm shift times and worksite location (some roles are outside the city).
Check required certificates (forklift, WHMIS, trade tickets, safety courses).
Prepare a Canada-style resume (clear dates + responsibilities).

When contacting employers

Ask whether pay is hourly/annual and if overtime applies.
Clarify benefits, breaks, rotation schedules, and onboarding steps.
Confirm start date and required documents.

Safety & scams

Never pay “fees” to get hired.
Verify the employer before sharing sensitive documents.
Use official channels for any work authorization steps.

FAQs — Jobs in Calgary, Canada

1) What jobs are common in Calgary?

Calgary commonly posts openings in energy, trades, logistics, tech/IT, finance, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and customer support.

2) Are salaries shown in CAD?

Yes. All pay guidance on this page uses Canadian dollars (CAD).

3) What is Alberta’s minimum wage?

Alberta’s general minimum wage for most employees is $15.00/hour. Verify it on the official Alberta government page.

4) Can I find part-time and shift jobs in Calgary?

Yes. Retail, hospitality, warehousing, and some manufacturing/service roles often hire for shifts and part-time schedules.

5) How do I apply on OpeningsHub?

Filter vacancies, review requirements, then contact the employer directly using the details in the posting.

6) Where can I verify labour market trends?

Use City of Calgary — Labour market outlook and Job Bank labour market information.

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