Labourer

**We’re looking for Four (4) Labourers to join Clarington’s Public Works team**

If you require this information in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131.

**Why Clarington**

Clarington is a place of possibilities.

With a population set to double by 2051, Clarington is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region with more than 107,000 people across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and country charm and is known for its thriving energy and agriculture sectors, historic downtowns and as a great place to live, work and play.

Our people enjoy a collaborative work environment, work-life balance, and are at the forefront of community impact. We value accountability, integrity and respect, and are committed to fostering equity, inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Together, we are striving to enhance the quality of life for residents today and for future generations who call Clarington home.

The future is bright - and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?

**Position Snapshot**

Clarington is growing and our workforce is, too

Reporting to the Parks and Roads Division Supervisors, Labourers will be assigned general maintenance duties in the functional areas of roads, sidewalks, parks, forestry, horticulture and cemeteries.

**What you’ll be doing**

As a Labourer, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Completing Winter Maintenance using a light/medium duty truck, sidewalk tractor and hand tools.
- Performing Park and Sports Field maintenance including garbage pickup and removal.
- Conducting Horticultural maintenance in municipal flower and shrub beds.
- Operating small machinery, motor equipment and commercial power tools such as grass trimmers, blowers and lawn mowers.
- Assisting with road maintenance and repair such as pothole patching, litter and garbage collection, and providing traffic control duties.
- Available for afterhours call in.
- Adhering to prescribed safety practices while operating equipment and Municipal vehicles to ensure the safety of the traveling public and co-workers.
- Ensuring all duties are be performed in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, municipal policies, and procedures.
- Upholding the Municipality’s commitment to customer service.
- Other duties as assigned.

**What you bring**
- Grade 12 Secondary School education or equivalent combination of education and experience to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works.
- Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “G” is required, Class “DZ” will be considered an asset.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- One (1) year demonstrated experience operating and maintaining appropriate vehicles and equipment.
- Must be capable of performing necessary physical duties for responsibilities listed above.
- A current WHMIS Training Certificate and valid First Aid Certificate would be an asset.
- Must be legally able to work in Canada.

**What we offer**
- Rate of pay: $23.41 - $27.32 per hour, Code 1 of the 2024 Outside Collective Agreement
- Hours of work: 40 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A comprehensive benefits and pension program to ensure that your total compensation package addresses both your work and life needs.

**We are an equal opportunity employer**

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive employer committed to equity, inclusion and diversity within its community and organization. We are committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment for our team.

**Additional information and requirements**

Pre-employment testing for this position may include written and oral testing, to assist in determining the successful applicant. A passing score will be considered to be 60% on each test with the highest score considered in the award.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “G” with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and access to reliable transportation.
- A current (with the last 180 days) satisfactory criminal reference check, directly from a Canadian Police Information Centre. Criminal Records Checks from third party agencies are not acceptable. Applicants who have been employed with the Municipality within the last year and have provided a criminal reference check within the last 365 days are exempt from providing another criminal reference check.

**Privacy**

Applicant information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Municipal Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 or by phone at 905-623-3379 ext. 2109.

**Ready to apply?**

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under co