Skilled Labourer

SKILLED LABOURER (ENVIRO DEPOT) – PUBLIC WORKS
(1 vacancy)
Reporting to: Public Works Supervisor  
Department: Public Works
Classification: PERMANENT Full Time; Unionized
Salary Range: $32.91 / hour as per Schedule "A"
Hours of Work: As per CA.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. January 2, 2026

Why City of Woodstock?
Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 50,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education and healthcare and convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city's many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.

When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Other great benefits to working at the City of Woodstock:Join a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers, Competitive Wages, Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions are matched by the City,Training opportunities to support you in this role,And a great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference, just to name a few. Responsibilities:

1. Performs various manual labour duties such as, but not limited to:

a. Works at the Bulk Item and HHW Depot Assists, educates and directs members of the public for the proper use of the site by communicating with the public for the appropriate procedures of handling materials for specific locations for waste disposal.Works in extreme weather conditions with minimal shelter during extreme heat and cold and during weather events.Deal with aggravated, hostile and belligerent customers on a daily basis. Answers questions related to all waste management programs and the proper disposal of waste.Safely handles and prepares Household Hazardous Waste by identifying the substances by type, category, and class, for safe storage and preparing materials for shipping by designation and labeling.Keeps the site cleaned, maintained, and free of any debris which may cause injury. Able to contain any spill or spills of hazardous material that may impact health and environment.Completes minor repairs at Enviro Depot facilityUnderstand regulations for safe handling and spill containment of hazardous waste.Handles monetary transactions by operating debit machine for service fees and track all purchases for end of shift totals.Uses a tablet, computer or cell phone for communication and data entry with the work management system.Hold a valid Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certificate.

1. Operates a trackless with various attachments such as the leaf loader, snow blower, sidewalk plow, boom flail mower, front flail mower, salter, sweeper, winter sidewalk routes etc.

1. Operates the loader for cleaning and moving debris at the yard waste facility and compact materials in 20-, 30-, and 40-yard bins for safe transportation to landfill.

1. Performs winter control duties, such as but not inclusive of:

shovels snow from City property's and walkways.Operates snow plow/underbody plow on a route while following standard operating procedures, Operates a salt truck on a route while following standard operating procedures

1. Waste Collection: collects recyclables and or garbage while operating a one-person waste collection vehicle.

1. Collects the recycling from individual properties throughout the City:

Lifts recycling into truck,Operates attached hydraulic recycling lift for recyclables,Adheres to the City of Woodstock's safe operating procedures and policiesand wears all necessary PPE including but not limited to CSA approved reflective safety wear.

1. Drives a one-person recycling truck:

follows a preset route, collecting recyclables at every property.observes Highway Traffic Act and municipal by-law regulations,transports recycling to the transfer station and empties truck as directed.

1. Collects the garbage from individual properties throughout the City:

lifts garbage into truck,safe operation of the garbage packer,adheres to the City of Woodstock's safe operating procedures and policies   and wears all necessary PPE including but not limited to CSA approved reflective safety wear,Operates attached hydraulic garbage container lift. d. Drives a one-person garbage packer:follows a preset route, collecting waste at every property observes Highway Traffic Act and municipal by-law regulations,transports garbage to the land fill site and empties truck as directed.

1. Performs various manual labour duties such as, but not limited to:

1. Works on the asphalt crew:

sets up traffic control,assist in performing crack sealing activitiesshovel and rakes asphalt,operates asphalt roller, paver, tack coat sprayer and mini recyclersweeps up loose asphalt, operates self-propelled road saw

1. Works on the concrete crew:

sets up traffic control measures,follows safe excavation practices for the removal of existing concrete construct and install wooden concrete forms,shovels gravel, places and finishes concreteoperates self-propelled road saw

1. Works on the sewer crew

performs sewer repairs to sanitary and storm sewer systemsfollows safe excavation practicessets up traffic control measuresset pipes to grade and backfills trenches using proper construction techniques

1. Repairs manholes and catch basins:

enters manholes using safety equipment and following confined space entry procedure,follows safe excavation practicessets frame and grates to gradesets up traffic control measures

1. Operates the Triaxle Roll Off truck for moving the 20-, 30-, and 40-yard bins in the yard, to the Transfer Station and the Oxford County Landfill.

1. Applies cold patch to roads needing repairs and reports work completed to the Supervisor.

1. Performs traffic maintenance duties

Set up traffic control measuresFix or replace traffic signsPaint pavement markings

1. Performs other duties as required, such as, but not inclusive of:

acts as a mechanics helper,paints and cleans equipmentwashing, fueling and general equipment maintenancePerform annual sewer inspectionsPerform annual sign inspections i.  Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: Grade 10 education or equivalent,Valid Class "DZ" Driver's License, Excellent physical condition.Valid First Aid and CPR certificationTow motor certificationWorking Conditions: Subject to working in all weather conditions. Works in dirty conditions and is required to do repetitive heavy lifting.  Subject to shift work and overtime as required.The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we're committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Please note: Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

In accordance with the  Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City's Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check and reference checks as well as proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.
We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at

We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 

---