Public Works

**JOB POSTING - UNIONIZED POSITION**

**POSITION TITLE: Labourer IV - **Seasonal, Temporary

**REPORTS TO**:Transportation Supervisor

**SUBORDINATE POSITIONS**:None

**Position Summary**

This unionized position has regular shop hours however, there may be hours of work that vary throughout the year including evenings or weekends when required.

Reporting directly to the Transportation Supervisor, the Public Works Labourer IV is responsible for assisting the Transportation Supervisor and Transportation Lead Hand as directed performing a variety of manual labour duties as well as operating equipment used to perform the duties as required. The Public Works Labourer IV operates Municipal equipment in a safe and effective manner. This position works with other shop employees as well as collaboratively with other work areas to achieve the goals and objectives of Westlock County. The incumbent deals with residents and members of the public which shall be done in a courteous and respectful manner.

The incumbent must have a broad working knowledge in construction and municipality environments. Various Provincial, Federal, and Municipal legislation, regulations and policies must be adhered to.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

Under the general direction of the Transportation Supervisor and Transportation Lead Hand, the duties and responsibilities of the Public Works Labourer IV include, but are not limited to, the following:
**General Duties**
- Perform manual labour as necessary such as shoveling, lifting heavy objects, trimming of brush and trees, installing culverts, assisting in the drainage program, and other public works functions
- Perform duties of operating equipment used in the maintenance of roads and other public work functions
- Clean equipment as scheduled or required
- Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored
- Advise Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
- Maintain courteous business-like relations with the public, contractors, Council Members, and co-workers and works as a team to attain organizational goals
- Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work collaboratively with other County employees, contractors, and vendors to provide quality customer service
- Performs duties to a high degree of quality, timeliness, and precision
- Ensure that Westlock County's Health and Safety Program as well as Occupational Health and Safety's standards are followed

**Health & Safety and Other Duties**
- Ensure that Westlock County’s Health and Safety Program as well as Occupational Health & Safety’s standards are followed
- Ensure that Westlock County’s Health and Safety Program as well as Occupational Health & Safety’s standards are followed
- Promotes a safe work environment ensuring compliance with all government regulations and Health & Safety policies and practices
- Promotes a safe work environment with an emphasis on the protection and safety of self, co-workers, the public, and the environment. Participates on the County's Joint Health and Safety Committee as required
- Reports to the Transportation Supervisor or Transportation Lead Hand (who will report to the Health and Safety Manager) all Occupational Health and Safety related injuries or property damage regardless of severity
- Reports to the Transportation Supervisor or Transportation Lead Hand all work situations which are suspected of being unhealthy or unsafe actions which contravene established safety procedures or work practices
- This position may be called to perform duties as required by the Director of Emergency Management during a State of Local Emergency
- Complies with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act
- Performs other duties as required by the CAO, Director, Manager or Supervisor

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

**Minimum Requirements**

**Education**
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Working towards or holds the following certifications:

- Current WHIMIS
- Current First Aid

**Knowledge**
- Must have thorough knowledge of the hands-on work that occurs in a municipal/construction work environment
- Understanding of the operation of various heavy construction equipment including skid steer, loader, and gravel truck
- Thorough knowledge of Health and Safety, Safe Work Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures
- Understanding of Westlock County policies and procedures is an asset
- Understanding of provincial regulations and policies is an asset
- 5+ years’ hands-on experience in a municipal/construction environment
- Ability to understand and perform verbal