OverviewAre you planning ahead? Join our Public Works team this summer!We're hiring seasonal summer positions in our Public Works team—an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, using tools and equipment, and making a difference in the community. A Class 5 Driver's License is required, and positions are anticipated to start in May. Apply now to be part of the team!Do you enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions and are able to perform heavy manual work?Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment and take pride in contributing to the success of the team?Do you pride yourself in displaying a strong work ethic and are able to work with minimal supervision?Are you a self-starter who possesses a positive and can-do attitude?If so, we invite you to apply to be a part of our temporary full-time seasonal outside workers for Public Works Operations!Our seasonal outside workers perform diversified manual work entailing physical effort and agility in performing semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks for Roads & Construction Services, Sanitary Sewers, Flood Protection & Water departments.Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Performing cleaning and maintenance tasks for mains and PRV stations; or watercourses, catch basins, manholes and pump stations.Performing manual work on concrete, asphalt or maintenance crews including assisting in the construction, repair and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, ditches, roads, dikes and pavement.Providing customer service to internal and external clients.Working with and around excavation equipment, shoring and heavy trucks.Working with teams for pipe installation projects.Conducting water quality control, testing, and monitoring.Performing fire hydrant maintenance and operations.Performing traffic control duties.Operating City vehicles, with trailers and attachments, to transport equipment and materials to job sitesDriving large trucks and operating a wide variety of equipment, tools, etc..General labouring duties on a variety of projects including sweeping, shoveling, lifting and moving various equipment and materials, job site clean up and related tasks.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Knowledge of methods, practices, and/or procedures related to Public Works operations and construction activities.Knowledge of truck driving techniques and rules of safe operation of equipment and vehicles used.Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work, as well as safe work procedures, practices, methods, and materials involved in the work performed.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and courteously with the public and project a positive image of the City at all times.Knowledge of municipal streets and traffic routes.Skill in the care and operation of a variety of power and hand tools, materials, and equipment used in the work.Ability to drive in non-standard areas and to safely maneuver vehicles under non-standard driving conditions.Ability to plan and organize own workload and the ability to initiate operational adjustments based on service needs.Ability to work with others and use common courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in maintaining working relationships.Ability to carry out oral or written instructions, take direction from a supervisor, and exercise some independent judgement and action in processing assignments.Possess a strong mechanical aptitude.Must be able to lift, carry and push in excess of 20 kg (45 lbs) on a regular and/or repetitive basis.Ability to be safety conscious and ensure a safe work environment for you and your colleagues.Ability to successfully clear a Police Information Check.Qualifications and Experience:Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, supplemented by education, training, and/or experience in construction and maintenance, paving, shoring, pipe fitting, concrete, and other related public works activities.Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia with a clean driver’s abstract.Working Conditions:Routine light and heavy physical effort is required to carry out duties, including regular and/or repetitive lifting.Requires good physical fitness, as the work involves heavy manual labour, outdoors and in all weather conditions.Work includes regular exposure to traffic, dust, dirt, exhaust fumes, noise, toxic chemicals, construction sites, excavations, and heavy equipment.Work may also require exposure to minor and/or major disagreeable conditions or hazards.Candidates must submit a resume, copy of valid Driver’s Licence (front and back) and Driver’s Abstract. Applications without these documents will not be considered. Please have these ready to upload when you are submitting your application.This posting will remain open until filled.
