Labourer - Works

2 weeks ago

Oakville, Canada Town of Oakville Full time

**Job Details**:
Temporary Full Time (CUPE 136T)

**Posting Status**:
Open to current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

**Duration**:
One indefinite contract opportunity available

**Closing Date**:
Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than 11:59 pm on **May 9, 2024.**

Works Labourers are responsible for the safe operation, maintenance and service of Roads and Works equipment, and the performance of physical labour as required. Functions performed in this position are in accordance with established procedures and practices. Work is checked and reviewed as well.

**Responsibilities**:

- Pick up debris and litter from roadsides, creeks, parking lots, etc.
- Hand dig and back fill where necessary for storm sewer, catch basin and manhole repairs and assist in the placement of pipe, manholes and catch basins;
- Prepare ground by hand digging, raking and laying sod;
- Collect leaves, limbs and brush; rake and clean up areas;
- Hand shovel hot/cold asphalt; rough rake; sweep and clean up for asphalt repair;
- Shovel snow and salt walkways as required;
- Implement traffic control plan and act as a flag person on roadways;
- Assist in the maintenance and seasonal conversion of equipment;
- Operate pick up trucks, sidewalk snow clearing machines and other small equipment and tools as required;
- Patrol roads, operate trucks, small equipment and tools as required;
- Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, tidy condition, making regular inspections, reporting defects, etc. in a prescribed manner;
- May also be assigned periods of stand-by/on-call duties for overnights, weekends and holidays;
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum of Grade 12 education or acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
- Previous related experience in roads and works or parks maintenance and related equipment.
- Must possess an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, effective communication, both oral and written, customer service and problem solving skills.
- Proficient time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Must be willing to work a 40-hour workweek in varying weather conditions and be available for shift work as required. May be required to work a rotating shift, including weekends.

**DATED**: May 2, 2024

**We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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