Job Description

Reporting to the Supervisor, Roads and Services, the Labourer position assists in maintaining the Town's infrastructure. This position is a unionized position under CUPE Local 4960.

The primary responsibilities for this position include (but not limited to) the following:

Storm water and drainage facilities (storm sewers, storm water management ponds, culverts, ditches, etc.). Municipal cemeteries (ground maintenance, opening and closing of graves). Signage (street names, traffic). Operate small equipment and other tools. Operate and maintain equipment and machinery (articulating municipal tractor, loader, backhoe, tractor, dump/sand/plow trucks, etc.). Operate winter maintenance equipment for road and sidewalk snow plowing, sanding, salting, and snow removal. Roadway (road surface, sidewalks, boulevards, curbs, lighting). Manual labour Data entry, record keeping and complete reports as necessary. Work in conjunction with various departments and ministries. Assist in addressing public inquiries, concerns, requests and complaints, as required. Protect the health and health of themselves and others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attend all relevant training/seminars regarding occupational health and safety. Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.*

The successful candidate will have as a minimum the following qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent post secondary education. Experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and machinery (minimum one year). Knowledge of practices and methods applicable to civil construction and construction materials and their use. Knowledge of the hazards and safety requirements of the job. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act,and WHMIS. Ability to operate and maintain heavy equipment including articulating municipal tractor, backhoe, loader, dump truck, etc. Must be physically fit and capable of performing heavy physical labour at various job locations. Ability to respond within 30 minutes to a call out when on standby Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. Ability to follow specific instructions. Willingness to participate in the continuous development of skills and knowledge related to the industry and successfully complete all training associated with the position on an ongoing basis. Demonstrate excellent communication skills when dealing with co-workers and the public. Ability to work extended hours as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $28.60 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-01