Labourer 2

Highlights of the job

Join Our Team at Aurum – Wastewater Collection Maintenance is Hiring

Wastewater Collection Maintenance has up to four openings for Labourer 2 (Service Maintenance) positions at the Aurum site in Edmonton, Alberta.

• 1 permanent full-time position
• 3 temporary full-time positions (up to 24 months)

As a Labourer 2, you'll play a key role in delivering excellent customer service that reflects the EPCOR brand. Responsibilities include:

• Performing sewer service investigations
• Locating services and removing obstructions
• Inspecting catch basins and manholes to ensure public safety
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions, year-round

This is a great opportunity to contribute to essential services while growing your career in a supportive and safety-focused environment.

Please note: If you are an EPCOR employee, be sure to use your email address on your resume to ensure your application is considered for seniority purposes.

A Day in the Life of a Labourer 2 (Service Maintenance)

As a Labourer 2 working out of the Aurum site, your day is hands-on, dynamic, and focused on keeping Edmonton's wastewater systems running smoothly. Here's what a typical day might look like:

• Assist the Service Maintenance Labourer 3 with tasks such as:
• Responding to emergency sewer trouble calls
• Inspection of wastewater collection assets
• Preparation of equipment and tools required for the day
• Head into the field to clean and televise wastewater collection assets from residential and commercial locations.
• Perform routine labouring work related to the operation and upkeep of Service Maintenance units, and other equipment used in wastewater collection maintenance.
• Set up and take down equipment safely, ensuring the worksite is clean and secure upon completion.
• Performing detailed inspection of manholes and catch basins to provide asset information and to support decisions for maintenance or repairs. Inspections include detailed notes, pictures and completing an inspection report in GeoFit
• Assist the Labourer 3 in providing accurate service locates to support structural repairs and investigations.
• Report any equipment issues promptly and log deficiencies using systems like IVARA and Geofit.
• Communicate with your Team Leader to escalate issues or provide updates as needed.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of tools, equipment, and drainage systems.
• Ability to work rotational shifts and be available for standby duties as required to meet operational needs.

What You Bring to the Role

As the successful candidate for the Labourer 3 (Service Maintenance) position, you bring a combination of experience, skills, and behaviours that support safe, effective, and high-quality work in the field.

• High school diploma (GED or equivalent level of secondary education).
• 1–2 years of progressively responsible experience in Service Maintenance. Related experience in other areas of Water or Wastewater Collection may also be considered.
• Solid understanding of EPCOR's safety policies, procedures, work practices, and standards—including proper use and care of PPE.
• Proven ability to operate equipment safely, skillfully, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Alberta Environment Wastewater Collection Certification – Level (working toward Level I certification will also be considered - supporting documentation may be required).
• Intermediate computer skills, including experience with IVARA, GeoFIT, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Willingness and ability to complete all required training within Water Services.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an EPCOR Driver's Permit.
• Driving record must have no more than 6 demerits at the time of hire. Please note: prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours may result in non-selection, regardless of current demerits.
• A current driver's abstract may be requested if one is not already on file
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions across all seasons, with frequent vehicle entry/exit at various industrial, commercial, and institutional locations.
• Physically capable of performing medium to heavy work, including lifting materials up to 50 pounds. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug/alcohol testing may be required.

You also bring:

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities to meet objectives on time and to standard.
• A commitment to safety and the ability to work independently in a busy, sometimes high-pressure environment.
• Sound judgment and initiative to solve problems, improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance results.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CUPE30

Class: 7702

Wage: $41.34 per hour

Hours of work: 80 hours bi-weekly, Hours of work are based on rotating shifts, 365 days a year (Addendum I – Alternate Hours of Work)

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.