Job Title: Facilities Assistant

Reports to: Head of Administration & Operations

Location: The GRAND - Calgary, AB (some remote work as needed) 

Temporary & Part-Time 

Start Date: June 29th, 2026

Why work at The GRAND?

We are a non-profit presenting arts organization, seeking a Facilities Assistant to join our team of strategists, creative thinkers, artists and collaborators. Our team consists of players who love what they do and love to help others realize their goals. By striving to create an environment that allows each team member to be at their best, we believe we can create a team that can accomplish any big goal and have fun doing it!

Who we are: 

The GRAND is one of Western Canada’s oldest theatres and has contributed to Calgary’s theatre and live performance communities in a myriad of ways for over 100 years. Today, we are a charitable organization committed to being the home of creative placemaking in Calgary. Our vision is to be a performing arts venue for the next 100 years and beyond, as part of Calgary’s vibrant arts and culture ecosystem. Our purpose is to collaborate with Calgary’s arts community, offering a stage to amplify voices, share stories, and create art that reflects and serves the city’s diverse communities.

As we continue to evolve, we seek individuals who are confident in taking initiative, adapting to change, and solving problems to help drive our mission forward. We are committed to presenting art from all disciplines and perspectives, supporting local artists in presenting and mastering their craft, and creating memorable experiences for our audiences.

Learn more about The GRAND by exploring our website.

Your expertise:

• PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Solid organizational and project management skills. 

• INFORMATION SEEKING: efficiently and effectively gather information, identify information required to clarify a situation, and seek information from appropriate sources. 

• FOCUS ON QUALITY AND DETAILS: Detail oriented and creative problem solver who consistently prepares high quality work. 

• EFFECTIVE INTERACTIVE COMMUNICATION: Strong communicator, being able to effectively work with GRAND staff, GRAND patrons and clients.

• COOPERATION AND COLLABORATION: Proactive in identifying new solutions and practices in event/performance execution with a diverse team. 

• INITIATIVE: Demonstrates the ability to take initiative and be self motivated. 

What you’ll be doing:  

The Facilities Assistant works closely with The GRAND team to organize and maintain the venue as well as support in the preparation of events as needed. The ideal candidate for this role is independent and self-motivated, thrives while problem solving, and is detail oriented when working on tasks. 

Duties of the Facilities Assistant may include, but are not limited to:

• Update and maintain the facility maintenance plan and escalate priority items;

• Regular building walkthroughs, checking and documenting for any maintenance required;

• Work with managers and other staff members to ensure that administrative tasks are completed and that the business functions efficiently; 

• Liaise with Allied Building Operator or contractors as required; 

• Work with existing vendors to purchase equipment and supplies; 

• Find new vendors when new products or supplies are required;

• Store and organize all office, custodial, electrical, plumbing, and security supplies; 

• Maintain all facility light fixtures and replace light bulbs as required (interior and exterior) 

• Between custodial services – check all washrooms and ensure all supplies are in place and garbage is emptied if required;

• Work with other departments to ensure first aid kits are kept stocked and up to date; 

• Work with theater house crew on theater maintenance and events as required.

Your educational background:

High school Diploma

Intermediate level computer skills in Google Suite, MS Office.

Position Type:

Reporting into the Head of Administration and Operations, this is a 9 week position working 30 hours. Any additional hours will be compensated according to our time in lieu policy, or will be negotiated with the Head of Administration & Operations. 

Salary: $20 per hour

Benefits:

• Social and team building events

• Hybrid work environment

• Internal growth opportunities

• Personal development opportunities

• Professional development opportunities

• We will support you in creating the life you desire through your work!

Where you’ll be working: 

The GRAND is situated on the land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is Mohkinstsis, which is also referred to as the City of Calgary. We honor and acknowledge Mohkinstsis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Iyarhe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations who also call this place home. We also acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.

We are an equal opportunity employer:

The GRAND is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, race, ethnicity, indigeneity, gender, gender-identification, or sexual orientation. We encourage and welcome applicants of Indigenous heritage, applicants who identify as racialized, marginalized or disabled, people of color or diverse cultural backgrounds. We endeavor to provide a culturally safe and supportive environment and have an existing work-place harassment policy with zero tolerance for harassment in all working environments. 

The GRAND is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process. The GRAND invites candidates who may require assistance during the application and/or hiring process, to let us know and we will work with them to meet their needs.

Thank you for considering a career with the GRAND! 

Position is open until filled.

Please send your resume to jobs@thegrandyyc.ca.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.