General Labourer II (part-time)&(part-time term to Sep 2018)

Job No: CITYPR0734

Location: Powell River, BC

Closing Date: 23 May 2018 AEST

OPEN DATE:        May 9, 2018

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm Tuesday May 22, 2018

DEPARTMENT:    Infrastructure Services

DIVISION:          Operational Services

SECTION:            Civic Properties, Waterworks, Sanitary Sewer, Roads

REPORTS TO:      Supervisor of assigned section

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About The Organization:

Located on the upper Sunshine Coast of British Columbia within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a naturally beautiful setting.  Surrounded by mountains, lakes, natural forest and the ocean, Powell River offers something for every outdoor recreation enthusiast.  Powell River has a vibrant Arts and Culture community and hosts world class festivals and events.  Whether you are hiking the Sunshine Coast Trail, taking in the International Kathaumixw Choral Festival, exploring our historic Townsite, or connecting with the world in your home office, Powell River is a great place to live, work and play.  Helpful websites: City of Powell River  Tourism Powell River 

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of building and operational services maintenance functions

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs operational services maintenance such as shovelling, raking, wheel barrowing dirt and construction materials, traffic control, cleaning and painting hydrants, asphalt patching
• Assists in maintenance and construction projects involving grounds, roads, hydrants, sanitary sewer and storm utilities
• Prepares work areas and surfaces prior to painting
• Performs light building, plumbing and electrical maintenance
• Cleans up construction debris and picks up and delivers materials between City buildings, material suppliers and work sites
• Attends division safety talks, crew talks and required safety training; follows safe work procedures; reports hazards, injuries and near misses
• Uses forklift and small hand and power tools
• Operates City vehicles (Class 3 with Air or lesser)
• Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (Grade 12)
• Valid B.C. Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Endorsement
• W.H.M.I.S. Certificate
• Traffic Control Person Certificate
• Forklift Training
• Up to date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems and office technology as required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year related experience
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and education

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2018 pay rate of $26.43 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK:

7:30 – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, up to 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this position:

1. Complete the questions contained in the application below.  NOTE: CUPE members must use their correct seniority date.  After completing the questions, click "Next".
2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents.  This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.