General Labourer (part-time)

OPEN DATE:       October 30, 2024

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm Tuesday, November 12, 2024

DEPARTMENT:     Infrastructure Services

DIVISION:            Operational Services

SECTION:             Civic Properties, Waterworks, Sanitary Sewer, Roads

REPORTS TO:       Supervisor of assigned section

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JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of building and operational services maintenance functions

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs operational services maintenance such as shoveling, raking, and wheel barrowing dirt and construction materials, traffic control, cleaning, and painting hydrants, and 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 BC Class 3 Driver's License with Air Endorsement
• WHMIS Certificate
• Traffic Control Person Certificate
• Forklift Training
• Up-to-date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems, and office technology as required
• Ability to approach work and relationships in a culturally sensitive and inclusive manner

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

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

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2023 pay rate of $29.33 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK:

Varied schedule may include daytime, evening, and weekend shifts. Most frequently hours occur 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, up to 8 hours per day, up to 40 hours per week.

Please note: This position requires availability for both short-notice and pre-scheduled work.

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.