20 Jobs In Alberta You Can Get That Will Pay You $35,000, $50,000, & $75,000
Any real adult knows how much of a struggle it can be to find a job, especially in today's economy. As a university student, there's nothing more frustrating to hear than "you'll never find a job in your field." Unfortunately though, sometimes it's the sad reality. Some fields are a lot more practical than others, but at the end of the day, I still think it's important to pursue what you love.
Even if you don't manage to find a job in your field straight after graduation, don't fret too much. There's plenty of jobs in other fields that you're likely more than qualified for, as long as you're hard-working, detail-orientated, a strong communicator, and determined.
Another key tip for succeeding throughout your job hunt is confidence; you'll never find a job if you don't know your worth, but if you can walk into an interview with total confidence and belief that you belong there, you may just totally change your interviewers perspective on you. Ensure that you do a lot of research about the company prior to your interview, and that you're well-educated and well-informed on any important company policies and beliefs.
No matter if you're fresh out of school with a shiny new degree, or have been on the hunt for a job for awhile, we've searched out some of the best jobs available in Alberta right now by salary. Check them out, and if you're qualified, send in an application; you may just find your dream job.
Above $20,000
Above $35,000
Above $50,000
Above $75,000
For jobs that pay above $20,000, click "Next".
Warehouse Labourer/Washer
Salary: $18/hour
Where: G-M Pearson Biomedical
Qualifications:
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Load, unload, and move products and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment
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Attention to detail
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Manual dexterity
Customer Relations Representative
Salary: $14/hour
Where: Air Canada
Qualifications:
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Advanced knowledge of MS Word
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Previous airline experience
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Strong communication skills
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Ability to communicate verbally and through written language in English and French
Marketing Communications Magicians
Salary: $20-$25/hour
Where: Scratch Marketing
Qualifications:
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Familiar with multiple platforms and emerging trends in digital media
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Exceptional organizational skills
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Recognized diploma, certificate, or degree in communications
Letter Carrier
Salary: $19.86/hour
Where: Canada Post
Qualifications:
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Valid Class 5 driver's license
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Satisfactory driver's abstract
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Experience in customer service
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Experience as a delivery driver
Landscaper
Salary: $15-$16/hour
Where: Mainstreet Equity Corporation
Qualifications:
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Prior landscaping experience
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Flexible schedule
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Must be able to do heavy lifting
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Valid driver's license
For jobs that pay above $35,000, click "Next".
School Assistant
Salary: $19.17 - $23.62/hour
Where: Calgary Board of Education
Qualifications:
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High school completetion
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Six months of related experience
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Standard First Aid and CPR training
YYC Pre-Board Screening Officer
Salary: $22.86 - $24.14/hour
Where: GardaWorld
Qualifications:
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One year of customer service experience
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Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Over 18 years of age, with a GED equivalent
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Flexible availability
Communications Strategist
Salary: $33.32/hour
Where: Red Deer College
Qualifications:
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Diploma in Communications, with 2-3 years of related experience
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Superior written and oral communication and editing skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Office
Marketing Co-ordinator
Salary: $19 - $22/hour
Where: Weddingstar Inc.
Qualifications:
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3-5 years of experience
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Proficient in programs such as Adobe and Microsoft
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Valid driver's license
Secretary
Salary: $27.28/hourly
Where: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
Qualifications:
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One year related post-secondary certificate
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Experience in field
For jobs that pay above $50,000, click "Next".
Festival and Events Liason
Salary: $50,000
Where: The City of Edmonton
Qualifications:
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University graduation with related degree
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5 years experience in related field
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Valid driver's license
Policy and Program Advisor
Salary: $67,000+
Where: Government of Alberta
Qualifications:
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University degree in a related field
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2 years of related experience
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Strong communication/people skills
Legal Assistant
Salary: $4,000 - $5,000/month
Where: Government of Alberta
Qualifications:
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2 year diploma in a related field
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1 year related experience
Data Entry Associate
Salary: $4,200 - $5,600/month
Where: Ecuavisa
Qualifications:
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Excellent typing and computer skills
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Minimum 1 year data entry experience
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Reliable transportation
Community Peace Officer
Salary: $36.05 - $39.23/hour
Where: Town of Hinton
Qualifications:
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Minimum of Grade 12
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Ability to be appointed as a Level 1 Peace Officer
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Courtoom Procedure experience
For jobs that pay above $75,000, click "Next".
Real Estate Buyer Agents
Salary: $100,000/year
Where: Chamberlain Group
Qualifications:
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Alberta Real Estate license
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Familiar with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, etc.
Art Curator
Salary: $80,000+
Where: University of Alberta
Qualifications:
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Master's Degree in Art History
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Ability to develop and conduct research projects
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Written and verbal presentation skills
A/C Tech
Salary: $80,000
Where: Northern Services LTD
Qualifications:
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Valid Class 5 Driver's license
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Clean driver's abstract
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Gas fitting experience
Business Analyst
Salary: $85,000
Where: Government of Alberta
Qualifications:
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University Degree in a related field
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2 years progressively responsible related experience
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Business Analyst Certification
Social Worker
Salary: $75,000
Where: NorQuest College
Qualifications:
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Master's Degree in Social Work
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Registration with Alberta College of Social Workers
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Independent, organized, and detail-orientated
