Labourer

Location

Bowmanville, ON | Canada

Job description

The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington

Public Services Department requires

Two (2) Labourers

We are an equal opportunity employer

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive employer committed to equity, inclusion and diversity within its community and organization. We are committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment for our team.

We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act , 2005, within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process or in performing your position should you be selected please contact the Human Resources Division at [email protected] .

Who we are

Clarington is one of eight municipalities in Durham Region. With a population of 107,000 people and growing, Clarington is just one hour from the Greater Toronto area and offers residents a blend of city living and rural charm. The corporation is made up of five departments that report through to the Chief Administrative Officer.

The Municipality of Clarington is an equal opportunity employer and a great place to build a career. We value teamwork, diversity and offer an environment where staff can grow and pursue advancement opportunities while making a difference to the community.

What the role entails

Reporting to the Parks and Roads Division Supervisors, Labourers will be assigned general maintenance duties in the functional areas of roads, sidewalks, parks, forestry, horticulture and cemeteries.

Responsibilities

The following responsibilities and duties of this position includes but is not limited to:

• Completing Winter Maintenance using a light/medium duty truck, sidewalk tractor and hand tools.
• Performing Park and Sports Field maintenance including garbage pickup and removal.
• Conducting Horticultural maintenance in municipal flower and shrub beds.
• Operating small machinery, motor equipment and commercial power tools such as grass trimmers, blowers and lawn mowers.
• Assisting with road maintenance and repair such as pothole patching, litter and garbage collection, and providing traffic control duties.
• Available for afterhours call in.
• Adhering to prescribed safety practices while operating equipment and Municipal vehicles to ensure the safety of the traveling public and co-workers.
• All duties must be performed in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, municipal policies, and procedures.
• Must uphold the Municipality’s commitment to customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess:

• Grade 12 Secondary School education or equivalent combination of education and experience to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works.
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “G” is required, Class “DZ” will be considered an asset.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• One (1) year demonstrated experience operating and maintaining appropriate vehicles and equipment.
• Must be capable of performing necessary physical duties for responsibilities listed above.
• A current WHMIS Training Certificate and valid First Aid Certificate would be an asset.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.

What we offer you

· Rate of pay: $23.01 – $26.85 per hour, Code 1 of the 2024 Outside CUPE Collective Agreement

· Hours of work: 40 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

· A comprehensive benefits and pension program to ensure that your total compensation package addresses both your work and life needs.

Additional information and requirements

Public Works Employees are subject to standby, on call duty and may be required to work out of any Public Works location depending on work schedules and manpower requirements. Employees hired externally or from another Department will be scheduled into shifts Monday through Sunday.

Pre-employment testing for this position may include written and oral and practical testing to assist in determining the successful applicant. A passing score will be 60% on each test with the highest score considered in the award.

Applicants selected to participate in testing must bring the following mandatory items at time of testing:

1) A current Driver’s Abstract.

2) Proof of a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “G” or “DZ” Drivers License.

Prior to starting the position, the successful candidate must provide, at their own expense, a current (within the last 180 days) satisfactory criminal reference check, from a Canadian Police Information Centre. Criminal Records Checks from third party agencies are not acceptable. Applicants who have been employed with the Municipality within the last year and have provided a criminal reference check within the last 365 days are exempt from providing another criminal reference check.

Prior to starting the position, the successful candidate must confirm access to reliable transportation.

How to apply

To view this position and to submit your application online, please visit Applications will be accepted until Monday, February 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m .

This job competition number is File # 128-23R.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Privacy

Applicant information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Municipal Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 or by phone at 905-623-3379 ext. 2109.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.01-$26.85 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Job tags

Salary

$23.01 - $26.85 per hour