Public Works Labourer (Primarily Parks)
Location
Duncan, BC | Canada
Job description
City of Duncan
Public Works Labourer (Primarily Parks)
The City of Duncan invites applications from candidates with proven skills, qualifications, and abilities for the position of Public Works Labourer. The successful candidate will perform a broad range of labouring duties in the routine maintenance of all facets of the Public Works Department. Required Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities:
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (G.E.D.).
- Maintenance of a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence with a satisfactory driver's abstract.
- Ability to acquire and maintain valid air brakes endorsement.
- Ability to perform physical labouring duties.
- Ability to operate related maintenance tools and equipment.
- Ability to communicate well with co-workers and the public.
- Ability to follow directions, use sound judgment, and work in a safe, efficient manner.
- Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
The ideal candidate is well-organized, customer service-focused, and keen to deliver high-quality services to our community. The position may be physically demanding; the successful candidates may be required to undertake considerable lifting, walking, bending, standing, and the operation of small tools. A certificate of fitness attesting to the suitability for the position may be required.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in landscaping, horticulture, irrigation, tree maintenance, and operating related machinery and equipment. Experience operating heavy machinery such as loaders, dump trucks, and backhoes would be an asset.
The hours of work for this position are 37.5 hours per week from Sunday to Saturday with two (2) consecutive days off in the 7-day period. The days of the week and start times may vary from time to time, within the notice provisions of the Collective Agreement.
This is a CUPE Union position with an hourly rate of $30.70 (2024 rate).
The above statements are general descriptions of the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered detailed descriptions of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Please submit your application by
3:30 pm, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, to the attention of Nathalie Viau, Operations Manager, City Hall, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1W3 or by email to (PDF is the preferred format). To be considered for this position, please include the following information with your application:
- Cover letter (include date available).
- Resume detailing relevant work experience and education, including three references.
- A current driver's abstract (available free from ICBC: call 1-800-663-3051 or go to
We thank all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience : No experience
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