Labourer, Scale Operator, Seasonal

Labourer/Scale Operator, Public Works
(Seasonal)

Lamont County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Seasonal Labourer/Scale Operator in the Public Works Department. This position reports directly to the Operations Supervisor and performs a variety of labour-intensive tasks for the 2024 road maintenance season. Preference will be given to candidates who have scale operating/checking experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Taking weights of gravel trucks, providing scales tickets for drivers, recording weights on spreadsheet, ensuring trucks are not overweight before leaving the gravel pit.

· Manual tasks of all types in all operations (cleaning and steaming culvert ends, patching, pothole repairs, signage, guard rails, flagging, garbage and tree clean up, etc.)

· Operate a Lamont County vehicle and other light equipment, including small tractors, trailers, etc.

· Compliance with the Lamont County health and safety program.

· Accurate recording and submission of weekly timesheets.

· Other labour-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

· Experience in labour work and light equipment operating.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel) and computer literacy.

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Holds a Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license.

· Able to lift approximately 50 lbs, sit for prolonged periods, climb in and out of equipment.

· Able to work in all types of weather (rain, cold or hot) and dusty conditions.

· Willing to work 12-hour days as overtime may be required from time-to-time.

· Safety conscious and attentive to the working environment they are in.

· Excellent communication and experience dealing with the public is required.

· Able to work independently and unsupervised.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

· A satisfactory and valid Driver’s Abstract.

· A satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

· A negative drug screen.

This position is based on a 10-hour workday, Monday through Friday, starting at 6:00 a.m. Lamont County offers a competitive wage based on experience and qualifications.

Please forward your application in one of the following ways (as one PDF or Word document only):

Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca | Website: www.lamontcounty.ca.

Lamont County thanks all applicants for their interest. Please note: only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Please indicate in your application which position you are applying for and submit a separate application for different positions. All resumes are retained on file for a period of six months.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Work Location: In person