General Maintenance Worker

The General Maintenance Worker is the entry level position in the Maintenance Worker series. Staff working in the General Maintenance Worker classification work on a shift schedule, including statutory holidays, consisting of 5 days on, 5 days off, 5 days on, 5 days off, 4 days on, 4 days off; repeat cycle.

**As the **_General Maintenance Worker - Local Sewer_**_ _**you will**:

- Assist in performing maintenance and repair of sewer lines and appurtenances.
- Assist in flood control operations (makes sure pumps are running, fill with gas, etc.).
- Perform maintenance and repair work inside of Wastewater sewers from 6’ to 35’ in depth.
- Perform tasks in accordance with confined space entry requirements.
- Assist with major repairs in excavations from 3’ to 35’ deep.
- Assist in cleaning and thawing catch basins/culverts, and flushing sewer lines with pressure machines and vactors.
- Assist in performing trench excavation and shoring, and in performing backfill of the excavation.
- Assist in performing temporary restoration of pavement surfaces.
- Deliver unplanned materials to the work site. Gathers equipment, parts and materials from tool room, stores and suppliers. This includes returning equipment and unused parts and materials to tool, stores and suppliers.
- Inspect and report deficiencies in the sewer system and appurtenances.
- Operate various equipment and city vehicles as required.
- Perform general housekeeping of buildings and grounds.
- Perform job site traffic control.
- Perform maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and equipment.
- Handle hazardous materials, as directed, in accordance with established rules and procedures.
- Perform First Aid / CPR, as required.
- Follow established safety rules and regulations while performing the duties of the position.
- Maintain work related records and reports.
- Perform other duties consistent with the classification, as required.

**Your education and qualifications include**:

- High school graduation / G.E.D. Post-secondary education would be preferred.
- Successful completion of the Sacramento State College Field Study training program Wastewater Collections Systems Levels 1 and 2 within 18 months of the appointment.
- Must obtain Manitoba Class 1 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification within 18 months of the appointment.
- Must have, or be able to acquire within 12 months of employment, First Aider Level 1 Certification.
- Basic knowledge of City of Winnipeg By-laws, including the Waterworks, Sewer and Streets By-laws is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of sewer system facilities, infrastructure, equipment, maintenance repair techniques and procedures is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of temporary pavement restoration materials, equipment, techniques and procedures is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to operate portable equipment (e.g. pumps, saws, etc.), as well as hand and power tools.
- Applied knowledge of the City of Winnipeg Manual of Temporary Traffic Control is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of hazardous material handling, rules and procedures is preferred.
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of work related record keeping and reporting forms and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, listen effectively, follow verbal and written instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts, contractors and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
- Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures applicable to the area of work.
- Ability and availability to accept and handle emergency call-out situations after hours.
- Ability and willingness to participate and be responsible for safe work planning under the Job Planning Program (JPP).

**Conditions of employment**:

- The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence, with the ability to acquire a Class 3 Driver’s Licence within 18 months of the appointment.
- Must successfully complete confined space training.
- Must be physically capable of performing all of the duties of the position (manual labour) in extreme weather conditions. May also be required to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in confined spaces and in hazardous locations.