Labourer - Waterworks

**Labourer - Waterworks**:
**Competition** #23-085
**Status**:Temporary Full Time
**Department**: Engineering Operations
**Salary**: $30.48 per hour
**Closing**: April 30th, 2023
- Come grow with The City of Maple Ridge Are you a team player with a “can do attitude”, excellent communication _and customer service skills? We have the perfect opportunity for you_

**POSITION OVERVIEW**
This is manual maintenance and construction work of some variety and complexity, which requires the performance of skilled and semi-skilled tasks. The duties may involve hazardous working conditions, specialized skills, and the incumbent may be assigned to various supervisors.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
Considerable experience in civil construction and Municipal maintenance work. Some training and knowledge in the operation of small power equipment such as saws and rollers.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and materials used in civil construction and Municipal Maintenance work;
- Must have the ability to understand, carry-out and effectively communicate to fellow employees, oral and written instructions from a supervisor;
- Considerable skill in the proper and safe use of a variety of hand and power tools related to the work;
- Ability to keep simple records of the work performed;
- Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform heavy manual outdoor work in all weather conditions;
- Ability to respond to after hours emergencies;
- Must show independence of judgment in the performance of duties and work with a minimum of supervision;
- Knowledge of and ability to operate: small rollers, a variety of power saws, jack hammers, oil sprayers, vibrators, concrete mixer and drive light duty trucks.

**LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES**
- A valid class 5 BC Driver's License with a safe driving record is required.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- You must have an interest and ability in dealing with the public, be a self-starter and be able to work independently.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:

- The position will require the individual to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled manual tasks.
- May be required to operate a variety of equipment, tools and drive a light truck from Operations Centre to a/or between job sites.
- Duties may include performing functions such as a pipefitter, pipe layer’s helper, hydrant servicing and general maintenance of the water system.
- You may also be required to work in the Sewers and Roads division on a as need basis.

This is a temporary full-time position for approximately six (6) months which may be extended or concluded at any time based on operational needs.

**EQUITY STATEMENT**

**WHAT WE OFFER YOU**
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.**

Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset