Public Works Labourer - Summer

PUBLIC WORKS LABOURER (Summer Position - May to August)

Reporting to the Public Works Foreman the Public Works Labourer is responsible for performing maintenance activities related to the Town's municipal infrastructure and safe operations of tools and equipment.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities may be available.

This position will include but is not limited to:

• Operating service vehicles, hand tools, power tools, mowers, etc.
• Maintaining grounds, including cutting, trimming, fertilizing, backfilling and re-seeding.
• Assisting with set up and removal of barricades and other traffic control devices.
• Assisting with daily operation and maintenance of turf, roads, sidewalks, cemetery and other municipal infrastructure.
• Collecting trash and recycling, and cleaning up municipal property.
• Interacting with and providing information to the public when on duty.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience operating various hand and power tools is an asset
• Experience operating turf maintenance equipment such as riding and push mowers is an asset
• Must be self-motivated with a proven ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently, with minimal supervision
• Construction and property maintenance knowledge is an asset
• Experience operating a pickup truck or 1 ton truck is an asset
• Attention to detail, time management and planning skills are necessary
• Valid Ontario Class ‘G2’ or higher driver’s license in good standing
• Possess Criminal Reference Check with results satisfactory to the Town of Hanover
• Capable of performing physically demanding tasks while working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Must be willing and able to work shifts that include early mornings, daytime, weekdays, weekends and/or holidays as required.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume quoting Posting #2024-03 by 4:00pm on Friday, February 9, 2024.

The Town of Hanover is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Applicants must self-identify and make their accessibility needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Information is collected solely for the purpose of job selection under the provisions of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 16 weeks

Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Are you willing and able to work sifts that may include early mornings, daytime, weekdays, and some weekends, and holidays as required?

Experience:

• construction and/or property maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• G2 or higher driver's license in good standing (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-09