Contract jobs in Canada (25,723 jobs)

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25,723 listings · 5,478 employers Counted Nov 15, 2026. How we count

About these jobs

Employers hiring include Randstad Canada (3,428 listings), Walmart Canada (1,099 listings), Insight Global (433 listings).

Common roles: Warehouse worker, Project manager, Forklift operator.

11,370 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	25.00	9,870
CAD / year	70,000.00	1,197
CAD / week	1,472.50	64
USD / year	71,000.00	36
CAD / month	4,000.00	32
CAD / day	291.87	31
USD / hour	15.00	26

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 3% remote, 21% hybrid, 71% on-site, 5% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

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- $22 to $26 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Yard Operator/Equipment Operator
Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $27 to $30 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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CNC Operators
Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $28 to $40 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
Day, afternoon, and night shifts available, depending on the role · Night shift premiums and overtime available on select roles
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Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $38 to $41 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Edmonton, AB
- $28 to $30 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Edmonton, AB
- $40 to $46 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $28 to $30 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Equipment Maintenance Technician
Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $25 to $26 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Hardband Operator
Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $28 to $32 CAD / hour
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Express Employment Professionals
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Lindsay, ON
- $19.6 CAD / hour
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Administrative Assistant
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Toronto, ON
- $17.95 CAD / hour
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Welder
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Edmonton, AB
- $35 to $38 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Edmonton, AB
- $45.16 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Heat Press Operator
Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $20 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
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Warehouse Operator
Express Employment Professionals
Edmonton, AB
- $22 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
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Express Employment Professionals

CNC Operators

Edmonton, AB, Canada

$28 to $40 CAD / hour · Full-time · Contract

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Job details

Pay: $28 to $40 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time · Contract
Apply by: Nov 30, 2026
Experience: 1+ years of CNC operating experience; programming roles require 5+ years as a CNC machinist and programmer
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

Our Edmonton clients are seeking experienced CNC Operators and Machinists to join their teams. Several openings are available, from operator roles to full programming and setup positions.

CNC Operator & Machinist Highlights:

Set up and operate CNC lathes and mills
Load and run existing programs, and program parts using G-code or Mastercam (select roles)
Change and set up tooling, inserts, jigs, and fixtures between jobs
Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
Plan the best sequence of machining operations
Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools
Submit first-off parts for quality inspection and make adjustments to maintain quality
Machine a range of materials, from rubber components to oilfield tubular connections
Perform preventative maintenance and keep equipment and work areas clean
Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to troubleshoot issues
Follow workplace safety procedures and use required PPE
Perform additional duties as required

Requirements:

1+ years of CNC operating experience; programming roles require 5+ years as a CNC machinist and programmer
Experience with machine setup and program loading
Comfortable using calipers and other precision measuring tools
Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Mazak, Haas, or Mastercam experience is an asset
Experience machining rubber or non-metallic materials is an asset
Oilfield threading experience (API and premium connections) is an asset
Red Seal Machinist, WHMIS, and First Aid are assets
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
Comfortable working in a hot, noisy production environment (select roles)
Steel-toed boots required
Some roles require a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, criminal background check, fit-to-work test, and hearing test
Must be able to speak, read, and write English
Reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious

Hours & Wage:

Monday–Friday
Day, afternoon, and night shifts available, depending on the role
$28.00–$40.00/hour, depending on role and experience
Night shift premiums and overtime available on select roles
Temporary, project-based, and permanent opportunities
Benefits, Health Spending Account, and RRSP matching available on select permanent roles
Tools provided on select roles

Start Date: Varies by role

About Us:
Express Employment Professionals works with job seekers to help them find the right job based on their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in North America, our Edmonton, AB, offices are ready to help you take the next step in your career. Express Employment Professionals has helped strong applicants build their careers since 1985. In 2025, our team put more than 2,871 associates to work in the greater Edmonton area. Express employs more than 556,000 people globally across more than 900 franchise locations worldwide.
Take the first step toward new career success; apply with Express today.

Fraud Alert:
We have become aware of fraudulent employment opportunities being offered under the name of Express Employment Professionals/Specialized Recruiting Group by various international organizations or individuals. It is important to note that our company’s policies and procedures do not charge candidates any fees, and all hiring processes include interviews. Any payment request would violate our business conduct standards and ethical practices. We do not offer employment through social media or chat platforms like WhatsApp. We take these scams very seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to end them. We urge you to remain vigilant and report suspicious outreach to local authorities. If you have any concerns, please email us at Jobs.EdmontonWestAB@ExpressPros.com.

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More about this job

Responsibilities

The CNC Operator will set up and run CNC lathes and mills, load programs, and change tooling between jobs. The Machinist will also program parts in G-code or Mastercam, inspect finished parts with precision measuring tools, and keep equipment clean and maintained.

Requirements

Candidates need at least one year of CNC operating experience, or five years as a CNC machinist and programmer for programming roles. They must read blueprints, use calipers and micrometers, and work safely in a hot, noisy environment while lifting up to 50 lbs.

Skills

CNC lathe operation
CNC mill operation
Mastercam
G-code
Mazak
Haas
Machine setup
Program loading
Tooling and fixture setup
Blueprint reading
Technical drawing interpretation
Calipers
Micrometers
Precision measurement
First-article inspection
Machining rubber and non-metallic materials
Oilfield threading (API and premium connections)
Preventative maintenance
Troubleshooting
Machining sequence planning
Workplace safety procedures
Quality control

Benefits

Health Spending Account
RRSP matching
Night shift premiums
Overtime pay
Tools provided

Keywords

CNC operator
CNC machinist
CNC programmer
machinist
Mastercam
G-code
Mazak
Haas
lathe
milling
blueprint reading
precision measurement
tooling setup
oilfield threading
machining
manufacturing
Edmonton
temporary staffing

Seniority

Mid level

Perks

Retirement plan

Licences and certifications

Red Seal Machinist
WHMIS
First Aid

Tools

CNC lathe
CNC mill
Mastercam
Mazak
Haas
calipers
micrometers
jigs
fixtures

Languages

English

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