Job Description

Labourer ll - Seasonal

10 positions Apr 27th - Aug 28th, 2026

1 position Apr 27th - October 23rd, 2026



Working independently or with a team; this position is responsible for waste and garbage collecting, signage and wayfinding and an assortment of support duties related to the maintenance of the County's roads (paved or gravel) and assets (bridges, drainage ditches and signs) plus other tasks as needed.


This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Summer Road Maintenance (95%)

Paved Roads Reports asphalt pavement deterioration Performs crack sealing Performs surface sealing Patches broken areas and potholes Performs oil road maintenance Gravel Roads Flagging Bridge Maintenance Strips and replaces deck planks Cleans and repairs bridge decks Drainage Improvement Performs culvert replacement and disposal Undertakes roadside ditch and drainage course excavation Removes beaver dams Roadside Brush Control Completes brush clearing Performs landscaping Signage and Wayfinding Carries out traffic control flagging Installs and maintains road signs Waste and Garbage collection Collects and disposes of dead animal carcasses Collects and disposes of waste and garbage Loading, Unloading and Transportation of Materials and Equipment Identifies existing and predictable hazards Restricts personnel on foot from loading zone Loads materials and secures load Transports cargo Tow trailers Equipment Maintenance Performs pre-trip inspections Performs post-trip inspections Maintains equipment records Performs basic service and maintenance of equipment

Other Related Duties (5%)

Performs other related duties as required by the Supervisor. Adheres to all of Sturgeon County's policies, bylaws, procedures, and processes, as well as aligns work to the Sturgeon County values. Adheres to applicable responsibilities and accountabilities as outlined in the Sturgeon County Health and Safety Management System.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with an acceptable driver's abstract Defensive Driving course certificate, or the ability to obtain prior to start date Ground Disturbance level I certification or the ability to obtain Standard First Aid and CPR National Safety Code Cargo Securement Knowledge Certification or the ability to obtain National Safety Code Orientation or the ability to obtain National Safety Code Pre-Trip & Cargo Securement Orientation & Evaluation or the ability to obtain National Safety Code Pre-Trip Knowledge or the ability to obtain Flag Person Training Course Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) training or certification Forklift Operator Certification Coupling/Uncoupling Rigging and Slinging Crane Hoisting Equipment Operator training - Boom Truck, Chainsaw Safety, Fire Extinguisher, Overhead Powerline, Customer Service WHMIS Ability to work in a team environment or independently Ability to communicate clearly and professionally and politely verbally with others Problem-solving skills to address day-to-day issues that may arise Punctual, communicate openly, takes direction well

Assets:

Knowledge of servicing the equipment assigned would be an asset

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

This position works outdoors on Sturgeon County property in a variety of weather conditions and terrain. Work may be performed in extreme temperatures or high levels of noise and be exposed to outdoor conditions, dust, fumes, and working near equipment. Travel to and from various public and private property within Sturgeon County will be required, which will require individuals in this position to have access to a reliable vehicle. Availability to work overtime when required. This is a safety sensitive position as it operates various equipment on County worksites. * The position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, lift and carry up to 50 pounds (24 kilograms), as well as the ability to shovel, bend, twist, kneel, squat, and crawl.