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WE'RE PRIMCO DENE. WE'RE ABOUT WHERE WE'RE FROM AND WHERE WE'RE GOING
Primco Dene is a wholly-owned company of the Cold Lake First Nations. With 16 companies under our umbrella, we are one of the most diverse and resilient companies in the region, and with over 700 employees we are one of the biggest employers.
We are deeply rooted in our community and our land. We don’t just bring jobs and prosperity to Cold Lake- we’re behind some of the biggest charitable initiatives in the area, giving tens of thousands of dollars back in 2017 alone.
A founding principle of Primco Dene has been and is, a livelihood for a livelihood.
700+
people employed by Primco Dene Group of Companies
100+
A diverse workforce representing over 100 different First Nations & Metis Settlements from across Canada
48%
Equal representation of women with 48% of our workforce being female
Work With Primco Dene
INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.
Primco Consumer
Everyday services for everyone.
Primco Industry
Solutions for companies in energy, mining, manufacturing and beyond.
Primco Business Solutions
Supporting small-to-medium sized businesses.
We have partnered companies across Canada to create thriving partnerships like Primco Dene Royal Camp Services Ltd., Northgate Industries, Ironhorse Janitorial and Cold Lake Crane.
Working At Primco
With 16 companies and counting, we're always looking for new employees.
Emergency Medical Responder
Job Summary
We are currently recruiting an Emergency Medical Responder to join our team at our CNRL Wolf Lake Site (Approx 35 mins north of Bonnyville, AB), as follows,
- Position is casual from April 30 to July 30, 2026.
- Day Rate: $350/Day
- Hours of Work: 10 Hours Daily; Monday to Thursday
- Overtime: Only when pre-approved
- Benefits and Pension: Yes
Emergency Medical Responder ensures that all first aid equipment is ready for a first aid emergency, provide care for people who are injured or become ill at work, assess the seriousness of an emergency and decide what treatment is necessary to reduce pain, prevent infection until the ambulance arrives.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all medical equipment is inspected, certified and ready for an emergency
- Be familiar with the Transportation of Injured Worker & Evacuation Plan
- Provide care to workers who are injured or become ill at work
- Assess the severity of an emergency and decide what treatment is appropriate
- Ensure emergency transportation plan is completed
- Confirm communication equipment is fully operational
- Complete all appropriate documentation when following up with an incident
- Remain current with treatment protocols reviewing the corporate handbook weekly
- Ensure company vehicle is fully functional
- Clean First Aid Room every Friday and remove garbage’s unless otherwise required
- Keep track of the number of bodies on site( CNRL Employees/ Contractors)
- Be familiar with procedures such as:
- Working Alone
- Driving/Safe Operations of company vehicle
- Fit for Duty
- Emergency response plan
- Transportation of injured worker plan
- Backing up
- Cleaning SABA
- Fit Testing with Porta a count machine
- Function Testing SCBA/SABA
- Manual Lifting
- Evacuation chart
Requirements
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
- ACP Practice Permit
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- Airway Management (Red Cross)
- Oxygen Therapy (Red Cross)
- Basic Life Support (Red Cross)
- Basic Airway Adjuncts for SFA/FMR (OPA only) (AHS)
- Trained in the principles and techniques of quantitative Respirator Fit Testing (Levitt)
- Valid H2S Alive
- Valid class 3 driver’s license (Alberta License)
- Clean drivers abstract
- WHIMIS
- TDG
- CSTS
- SCOTT SCBA Course for SCBA servicing(Pivotal)
- Worksite Safety Observation (CNRL)
- Ergonomics (CNRL)
- Bear Awareness Training (CNRL)
- Fire Safety Training
- Enform EGSO
- Fall Protection equipment inspection program (Fall Protection Group)
- Incident Command System (ICS) 100 (AHS)
- Intramuscular and Intranasal Administration of Naloxone(AHS)
- Stars operational Training (AHS)
- Oropharyngeal/Nasopharyngeal Airway (Use and Application) (AHS)
Other Medic Duties for Wolf Lake Site include:
- Semiannually PM for First aid kits inspection and restocking if required
- Order all material needed for inspections just for Wolf Lake main First Aid kits
- Monthly AED inspection, Every 3 years new batteries are required and pads need to be replaced as they expire
- Order pads and Batteries for AED’s for Wolf Lake Plant
- Working with Maximo
- Work order closures for CNRL records once all inspections are complete
- Preparing Work Orders when required
- Work Order Tracking
- Preparing PR ( Purchase Requisition)
- Purchase Orders
- Item Master
- Item Master Change request
- Provide Fit Testing for CNRL employees and contractors (Wolf Lake Plant/ Primrose Plants)
- Clean and Inspect SCBA/SABA packs for Wolf Lake E/I shop only Prepare service PR for SCBA’s that require service repair
- Assist with Plant Inspections, Such as AED inspections, First Aid Kits inspections only the main First aid kits , Order Material
- Assist CNRL employees and Contractors with safety related purchases as requested
- Close all Work orders for Fire Alarm inspections for Wolf Lake E/I shop only
Please submit your resume/certificates through the form below.
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2026
We thank all those who apply. However, only those considered for the position will be contacted.
Emergency Service Dispatcher – Cold Lake Air Weapons Range (CLAWR) Site
Job Summary
We are currently recruiting an Emergency Service Dispatcher to join our team at our CLAWR Foster Creek Site (Approx 2 Hours north of Bonnyville, AB), as follows,
- Position Type: Fulltime. May 13, 2026, to start
- Day Rate: $450/Day
- Hours of Work: 12 Hours; Week on, Week off.
- Shifts: Day and Night Rotations
- Benefits and Pension: Yes
- Flights Provided: From Edmonton or Calgary to the Foster Cree Site
The Emergency Service Dispatcher is responsible for being the on-site communications point for the Cenovus Emergency Services Department. The role requires the dispatcher to provide critical operational support and ensure timely response during emergencies. The position is pivotal in maintaining clear communication and coordination among emergency service teams, site staff, and external agencies.
If you are a skilled and experienced dispatcher with the drive to provide exceptional emergency services, we encourage you to apply for this important role within out EMS team.
Responsibilities
- Stay current with all standard operating procedures and guidelines to ensure
- compliance and effective emergency response.
- Receive, evaluate, and prioritize both emergency and non-emergency calls and
- alarms, ensuring proper assessment and deployment.
- Offer communication, operational support, and inter-agency coordination to
- ensure a seamless response.
- Direct the rapid deployment of emergency units based on the severity of
- incidents.
- Work closely with site health center staff, emergency service personnel, health &
- safety, and security teams to ensure efficient coordination of emergency
- services.
- Complete all necessary documentation, records, and logs pertinent to emergency
- services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with departmental procedures.
- Enter data into computer systems and maintain up-to-date logs, records, and
- reports as required by Cenovus Emergency Services.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of emergency dispatch experience.
- Certifications Required:
- Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) course certification.
- Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) course certification.
- Standard First Aid Level C.
- Valid Class 5 or equivalent driver’s license.
Please submit your resume/certificates through the form below.
Deadline to apply: May 8, 2026
We thank all those who apply. However, only those considered for the position will be contacted.
Shop Swamper
Job Summary
We are currently recruiting a Shop Swamper to join our team at our Bonnyville EMS shop facility, as follows,
- Position is casual from April 30 to July 30, 2026.
- Hourly Wage: $20.00
- Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 40 Hours
- Overtime: Only when pre-approved
The Shop Swamper is a general assistant, laborer, or helper who maintains shop cleanliness, assists with maintenance tasks, and supports logistics, such as loading materials and organizing tools.
Responsibilities
- Able to climb stairs & walk on uneven ground
- Work at heights
- Work in inclement weather (hot, cold, rain & snow)
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. while walking around site
- Stand for extended periods of time
- Work as a team player
- Be reliable and punctual
- Must be clean shaven as per site regulations
Requirements
- H2S Alive
- CSTS
- 1st aid
- WHMIS
- TDG
- IOR onsite orientation
- Class 5
Deadline to apply: April 28, 2026
We thank all those who apply. However, only those considered for the position will be contacted.
ONSITE DRIVER (OIL CAMPS)
Job Summary
Primco Dene Catering LP provides catering services for Cenovus Energy Inc., in two northern remote camp locations. We are seeking an Onsite Driver to join our team in the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range (north of Cold Lake) & Christina Lake (north of Lac La Biche). This is an essential role that allows you to make a difference on the front line by transporting employees onsite safely.
Camp length of shifts range between 7-21 days, daily 8 hours with 2 overtime hours.
Report to work either Edmonton or Cold Lake for transportation to and from camps.
Benefits and Pension Options.
Duties
- On-call transportation between onsite locations
- Complete walk-arounds
- Pre-trip and post-trip inspections of shuttle
- Submit Field Tickets, Trip Inspections & Daily Logs to Fleet Department
- Comply with and implement all health, food safety, and hygiene standards and policies
- Other duties may be assigned
Requirements
- Valid Class 4 or higher Driver’s license
- Driver’s abstract with less than 4 demerit points
- Criminal Record Check
- Valid Standard First Aid with CPR
- Pre-hire D&A Screening
- Customer service oriented and safety minded
We thank all those who apply. However, only those considered for the position will be contacted.
Server
Job Summary
At Hard Deck Smoke House & Rec Room, we are seeking a skilled and reliable Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will make sure our Guests have everything they need from appitizers to desserts, tailoring their style to meet the needs of our Guests. Servers are responsible for the accuracy of the entire order as well as maintaining a positive and Guest focused attitude through the entire experience. They demonstrate and believe in championing a fun and safe work environment and contribute to a thriving workplace culture.
Duties
- Greet all guests and present menus
- Take orders from guests and place them into the POS
- Serve food & beverage items as ordered in a timely fashion
- Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order
- Make recommendations and answer all related inquiries
- Clear dishes and replenish washed service ware
- Prepare and stock all service items, including maintaining assigned par levels
- Prepare checks, process transactions, and guest payments when required
- Maintain dining room to ensure the utmost visual appeal and Brand alignment
- Comply with and implement all health, food safety, and hygiene standards and policies
- Other duties may be assigned
Requirements
- ProServe and Reel Facts AGLC Certification
- Proven experience in customer service
- Confident in connecting with people in an outgoing, positive and upbeat manner
- Team player – assist in a positive Guest experience, however necessary
- Energetic – ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable sharing positive experiences about food and drink
We thank all those who apply. However, only those considered for the position will be contacted.
Lube Technician (Bonnyville)
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Lube Technician to join our automotive service team. The ideal candidate will perform routine vehicle maintenance, including oil changes and fluid top-offs, ensuring customer vehicles are serviced efficiently and to the highest standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for automotive repair and maintenance to develop their skills in a professional dealership environment.
Duties
- Perform oil and filter changes using appropriate hand tools and power tools
- Conduct fluid level checks and top-offs, including transmission, brake, and coolant fluids
- Inspect vehicles for potential mechanical issues and communicate findings to service advisors
- Assist with basic maintenance tasks
- Maintain cleanliness of work area and ensure all tools are properly stored after use
- Provide excellent customer service by explaining services performed and addressing customer questions
- Follow safety protocols and adhere to policies during all service procedures
Requirements
- Prior dealership or mechanic experience highly preferred
- Strong mechanical knowledge of automotive systems and components
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance equipment
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely (up to 50 pounds)
- Knowledge of automotive repair procedures and safety standards
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new skills and stay updated on automotive technology advancements
In Your Community
Primco Dene is the single largest charitable contributor to Cold Lake First Nations and gives to charities and organizations across Alberta. Check here for the latest information about the work we're doing near you.
Find out more about our corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Primco Dene brings home the Best Float Award!
We had a fantastic time at the City of Cold Lake Santa Claus Parade this year. It was great to see so many families out enjoying the festivities, and we…
🎉 End of Summer Corporate Softball Tournament! ⚾
📅 Friday, Aug 29 📍 CLFNS Ball Diamond 🕘 9 AM – 5 PM (BBQ at Noon) It’s Team vs Team at our community ball diamond—so come cheer, eat, and…
Company News
At Primco Dene we are always moving forward and working to achieve great things. Check here for up-to-date information on what Primco Dene Group of Companies is doing.
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November
25 years in business!! 🎉🎉
We couldn’t have done it without the support of our incredible team, loyal customers, and the amazing community. Last week, we were honored to receive a 25 Year in Business plaque from the Bonnyville & District Chamber of Commerce . It’s moments like these that remind us of how lucky we are to be a…
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October
Primco Dene Group of Companies Wins Outstanding Large Business at BOYA 2023
Primco Dene Group of Companies is honoured and grateful to win the “Outstanding Large Business” Award at the Business of the Year Awards in Cold Lake on October 20th, 2023. We are grateful for the support we’ve received over the last 24 years in business, we look forward to serving our community for many years…
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July
📣EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT
Our newest project The Hard Deck Smokehouse & Rec Room – Smokehouse open NOW & Rec Room opening August 2023! Keep updated by following us on social! www.instagram.com/theharddeckcoldlake www.facebook.com/theharddeckcoldlake
Primco Dene | Creating Opportunities
Our Latest Projects
The Hard Deck Smokehouse & Rec Room
Daily food and drink specials, golf simulators, pool tables, rec room for all ages, smokehouse (18+), birthday parties/events and catering! Open everyday of the week 11:00 am – 11:00 pm,…
Petro Canada/Primco Dene Service Centre
In the spring of 2018, we were honoured to host a sod turning ceremony with John Janvier, Cold Lake First Nations Chief Bernice Martial, and Council Member Dwayne Nest, Tom…
Contact Us
Do you have questions about Primco Dene? Contact us now.
Primco Dene Business Centre Cold Lake First Nations
Box 2070, Hwy 28 RR 423A (7km south of City of Cold Lake), Cold Lake, T9M 1P5
780.594.4034
780.594.4759
Enoch Sub Office
PO Box 820, Suite 201 21553 Chief Lapotac Blvd, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3
780.594.4034
780.594.4759
Hours of operation
Monday to Friday – 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Closed on lunch hours, statutory holidays and weekends.
We’d like to acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 Territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place and travelling to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis”, Denesųłiné, Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Metis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

