Labourer, CUPE

Jump into a lively and hands-on role as a Labourer with the City. Start your shift early, tackling diverse tasks from cleaning sidewalks to handling snow and debris. Dig right in with shoveling ditches and trenches to operating power trimers. Utilize your construction industry experience by operating the following equipment: trimmers, blowers, sidewalk grinders, power tools (drills, skil saw), snow blower, sod cutter, smooth drum roller, plate tamper, concrete saw, cement mixer, concrete finishing tools (trowel, float), leaf machine vacuum, skid steer, trackless (sidewalk machine), pickup trucks with a snow plow and salter as well as large crew cabs with specialized lift gates.

As a labourer you will be a part of a dynamic and skillful team. Embrace the elements and enjoy a job that keeps you active and engaged making a difference to the City and the community members we serve.

• Working as member of a crew to clean and maintain sidewalks, streets, roads and grounds
• Sweep/shovel snow from streets, sidewalks, grounds as well as load snow and debris into carts or trucks, spread salt on sidewalks, bus stops and intersections
• Dig ditches and trenches, operate power trimmers, load/unload/move supplies and equipment, mix, pour and spread materials (i.e. concrete and asphalt)
• Assist heavy equipment operators to secure equipment attachments, guide and signal heavy equipment operators, assist with routine maintenance and repair of equipment
• Comply with legislative requirements, CUPE 66 Collective Agreement and City policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Exposure to variety of weather conditions, noise, vibration, unpleasant smells, etc.
• Exposure to concrete, asphalt, dust, flying particles etc.
• Ability to perform the essential physical requirements of lifting, pulling and carrying of heavy objects, working outdoors in all weather conditions, exposure to asphalt, concrete and dust, etc.

• High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• 1-2 years of previous experience/knowledge related to the construction industry is required.
• Experience in the use of related construction equipment is required.
• Must have a valid Ontario Class G driver's license with a driving record in good standing and acceptable to the City; a DZ driver's license is preferred. A Drivers Abstract will be required to verify a driving record in good standing.
• Ability to demonstrate good interpersonal, written and verbal communication, customer service and conflict resolution skills with demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• Must demonstrate and act in accordance with the City’s Corporate Values of Trust, Quality and Excellence including integrity, and sound moral and ethical principles.
• Must demonstrate effective leadership skills to be able to act as a Lead hand.
• Strives for continuous improvement through innovation and enhancement of processes.
• Excellent time management skills to effectively prioritize and organize work.
• Ability to exercise critical thinking, independent judgement, and make sound decisions.
• Accepts and follows directions from others; complies with requests and respects authority.
• Previous related experience in any sector, including the private sector or community organizations, is valued.
• To advance to the interview stage, the applicant must achieve a score of 65% or above on a practical assessment