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LMIA Jobs in Alberta248 Active Positions

Find LMIA-approved jobs in Alberta. Updated daily from Job Bank Canada.

Energy sector hub with growing tech industry. Calgary and Edmonton lead in hiring. Alberta's strong economy and lower cost of living make it attractive for newcomers seeking LMIA positions.

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These signals use every active LMIA-tagged role in Alberta, not only the listings shown on this page.

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cook

EDO JAPANOlds, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Inspect kitchens and food service areas Train staff in preparation cooking and handling of food
Today
M

welder

MK Diesel Truck and Trailer RepairCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
nterpret welding process specifications Fit braze and torch-straighten metal Determine weldability of materials
Today
B

line cook

Banff SocialBanff, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
Today
R

cook

Raskie's KusinaLethbridge, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
etermine the size of food portions and costs Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Today
K

truck driver

Konschuh Trucking Ltd.Calgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ountain driving expertise Professionalism in customer service Load and unload goods Perform brake adjustments
Today
B

cook

Best Western Wayside InnWetaskiwin, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
equisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Maintain inventory and records of food supplies and equipment
Today
P

carpenter

PNJB Construction Ltd.Calgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
repare estimates of labour and/or material costs Measure cut shape
1 day ago
R

truck driver

Rony Soos Trucking LtdCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ddress customers' complaints or concerns Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
1 day ago
E

electrician

Expert Electrical LtdEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
plice join and connect wires Test and measure voltage loads
1 day ago
A

carpenter, framing

Alberta Partition ConstructionCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Measure cut
1 day ago
N

plumber, maintenance and repair

Neptune Plumbing & Heating Ltd.Calgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ocation 12221-44 St S.ECalgary ABT2Z 4H3 Work location On site Salary$38.00 to $44.00HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
1 day ago
Q

breakfast cook

Queens BreakfastCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
2 days ago
T

carpenter

TROPICAL CONSTRUCTION LTDCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
repare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools Measure cut
2 days ago
S

electrician

S.T.E.P Contractors LtdEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
nstall electrical controls and panel boxes Replace and repair electrical controls and panel boxes Professionalism in customer service Keep maintenance reports and documentation
2 days ago
B

plumber

Bruin's Plumbing & Heating Ltd.Red Deer, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
nstall domestic commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems Repair domestic commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
2 days ago
H

welder

HI-TECHSTEEL MANUFACTURING LTDEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
nterpret welding process specifications Operate manual or semi-automatic fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints
2 days ago
H

live-in caregiver

HNCLASCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
2 days ago
P

journeyman/woman plumber

P.D.Q MechanicalEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
2 days ago
T

journeyman/woman welder

Taber Machine ShopTaber, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
2 days ago
P

plumber

Pertium GroupEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
2 days ago
R

carpenter

Regency Innovations IncEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Measure cut
3 days ago
P

plumber

Pertium GroupSpruce Grove, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
3 days ago
A

framer-carpenter

ACQBUILT Inc.Edmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
3 days ago
P

family caregiver

PHONG T VUCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
dminister bedside and personal care Administer medications Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene Launder clothing and household linens
3 days ago
J

carpenter

JAX BuildersCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
3 days ago
H

framer-carpenter

High Touch Construction Ltd.Edmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
uild foundations install floor beams lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems Fit and install windows
3 days ago
R

construction worker

Result Landscaping IncCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
3 days ago
C

carpenter

Casman Group of CompaniesFort McMurray, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
3 days ago
A

licensed cook

Auburn Heights Retirement ResidenceCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
3 days ago
M

cook

Masala Lounge & GrillOkotoks, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Inspect kitchens and food service areas Train staff in preparation
3 days ago
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cook

Vegas Donair & PoutineEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
o-ordinate special events Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Inspect kitchens and food service areas
3 days ago
D

carpenter

Delnor ConstructionEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
4 days ago
J

live-in caregiver, child care

Jordon KjellandSt. Albert, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
4 days ago
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cook

cactus Pub and GrillPicture Butte, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
equisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Inspect kitchens and food service areas
4 days ago
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carpenter

WIH Construction IncEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
repare estimates of labour and/or material costs Read blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes
4 days ago
C

heating and cooling mechanic helper

Calgary Home ComfortCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ove tools equipment and other materials Signal safety procedures to other workers and to the general public Help tradespersons
4 days ago
T

framer-carpenter

T.B.Multiservice LTd.Edmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
repare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools Measure cut
4 days ago
G

family caregiver

GURCHARAN CHAWLAEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
dminister bedside and personal care Administer medications Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene Assist in regular exercise
4 days ago
R

plumber

RAY-Z PLUMBING AND HEATING LTDCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
5 days ago
C

truck mechanic

Connect Transport LtdEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
djust repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions Test automotive systems and components
5 days ago
S

industrial mechanic and millwright

Source MachineEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ssemble mechanical equipment Assemble stationary industrial machinery Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions Read blueprints
5 days ago
H

driver, truck

Harkul Holdings LtdEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
5 days ago
S

quilting machine operator

Skyline Furniture Ltd.Calgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
5 days ago
J

welder

JOHN O. WELDING SERVICES LTD.Edmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
nterpret welding process specifications Operate manual or semi-automatic fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints
5 days ago
E

cook, ethnic foods

El MariachiEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
etermine the size of food portions and costs Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
5 days ago
S

cook

Soleilki Japanese FusionFort McMurray, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
etermine the size of food portions and costs Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
5 days ago
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truck driver

MAXX FREIGHT INC.Airdrie, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
lan or adjust routes based on changing conditions using computer equipment global positioning systems (GPS) equipment or other navigation devices
5 days ago
A

carpenter

A.J.P. CONSTRUCTIONCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Measure cut
5 days ago
A

electrician

ACQBUILTEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
nstall electrical controls and panel boxes Replace and repair electrical controls and panel boxes Professionalism in customer service Splice
6 days ago
S

line cook

Smitty'sOlds, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
6 days ago
M

journeyman/woman plumber

MTD Contracting Ltd.Edmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
6 days ago
R

carpenter

RAINY DAY EXTERIORS LTDCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
6 days ago
T

line cook

The Backyard Smokehouse RestaurantEdmonton, Alberta
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.4
6 days ago
E

carpenter

Eternal cabinetry inc.Grande Prairie, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools
6 days ago
T

cook

The Players LoungeBonnyville, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Supervise kitchen staff and helpers Maintain inventory and records of food supplies and equipment
6 days ago
E

construction worker

Eternal cabinetry inc.Grande Prairie, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
oad unload and transport construction materials Measure weight to prepare for rigging and hoisting Read blueprints to determine work requirements
6 days ago
J

power system electrician

JESCO Electrical ContractorsAirdrie, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ocation Airdrie ABT4B 0V6 Work location On site Salary$55.00 to $58.00HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
6 days ago
C

framer-carpenter

Cranbrook Framing IncCalgary, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools
7 days ago
C

electrician

City of Medicine HatMedicine Hat, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
7 days ago
C

driver, truck

Compass Services FSJ Ltd. (UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT)Grande Prairie, Alberta
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
7 days ago

LMIA Job Market in Alberta

Energy sector hub with growing tech industry. Calgary and Edmonton lead in hiring. Alberta's strong economy and lower cost of living make it attractive for newcomers seeking LMIA positions.

Pay, cost, and readiness

Alberta remains one of the best provinces for take-home pay because salary bands are strong and the tax and housing profile is more forgiving than Ontario or BC. Calgary and Edmonton absorb most professional demand, while secondary cities often hire faster in trades and logistics.

In Alberta, practical certifications matter. Safety courses, trade tickets, driving classes, and healthcare registration progress can materially change response rates, especially outside the largest downtown employers.

Best LMIA search pattern

Newcomers with experience in energy services, transportation, food production, healthcare, and construction should treat Alberta as a speed-to-offer market. Employers often care more about shift readiness, safety experience, and ticket alignment than polished branding.

Top Industries Hiring

  • Oil & Gas
  • Technology
  • Agriculture
  • Construction
  • Healthcare

Key Information

Avg Salary Range$60,000 – $95,000
CapitalCalgary
LMIA Processing6-10 wks
All jobs in Alberta

Cities where LMIA demand is moving

Edmonton86 roles
Calgary69 roles
Red Deer7 roles
Lethbridge6 roles
Fort McMurray5 roles
Hinton5 roles
Medicine Hat4 roles

Frequently Asked Questions — LMIA Jobs in Alberta

How many LMIA jobs are available in Alberta in 2026?

There are currently 248 LMIA-approved positions in Alberta, including 57 added this week. The strongest active city signals are Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer.

What is the LMIA processing time in Alberta?

LMIA processing in Alberta typically takes 6-10 weeks. Times vary by stream (high-wage vs low-wage) and seasonal demand. The Global Talent Stream can be processed in as little as 2 weeks.

What is the average salary for LMIA jobs in Alberta?

The average salary range for LMIA positions in Alberta is $60,000 – $95,000 per year. The categories with the strongest current signal are Skilled Trades, Sales & Service, Manufacturing. Employers must offer at least the provincial median wage for the position.

Official sources & review

Last reviewed July 4, 2026

This page combines live LMIA listings in Alberta with official Canadian sources on work permits, wages, and employer LMIA rules.

Official sources used

Methodology

Employer snapshots and hiring signals on this page are calculated from active JobFit LMIA listings in Alberta. Processing, wage, and compliance context is reviewed against official federal guidance.

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