Job Description

Opening Statement

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah-nish-nah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wendat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.


At the City of Kingston, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team. As we continue to grow, we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. The City of Kingston views diversity as its strength and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.


As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

Position Summary

This position receives 4% in lieu of vacation + 13% in lieu of all benefits in addition to hourly rate of pay



THE HOURS FOR THIS POSITION PROVIDES UP TO 24 HOURS PER WEEK WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO PICK UP ADDITIONAL SHIFTS




Operate sidewalk plows to clear and sand sidewalks, walkways and pathways



Required to hand shovel (ex. Stairs, walkways, building entrances)



Perform labour related tasks, such as flower bed preparation (i.e. roto-tilling, shoveling, edging), watering flower beds, vegetation removal/ disposal, as well as similar labour and material handling tasks



Required to trim brush



Operate light vehicle plow (1 ton) to clear turning lanes, parking lots, laneways and dead ends



Responsible to clear catch basins



Responsible to patch and repair pot holes



Participate in seasonal parks maintenance



Haul snow and/or sand with 5 or 8 ton trucks as required



Build and take down outdoor skating rinks, assist with making ice and flooding as required



Responsible for garbage collection, litter picking and illegal dumping clean-up



Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Competencies

High School (Grade 12) diploma or equivalent



One (1) year of experience driving and/or operating heavy construction equipment, and/or working as a labourer on and around heavy equipment on construction sites



Must have knowledge and training in Traffic Control and Occupational Health and Safety Act



Must possess a valid DZ Ontario drivers licence with a satisfactory driver's abstract



Qualified candidates will be contacted and required to pass the associated written and driving tests in order to move onto the interview. As a condition of employment, all new hires will be required to complete the pre-trip inspection training and pass the pre-trip inspection testing within 30 working days of starting position



Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands

Able to work independently as well as part of a team



Able to perform the essential duties of the job, including major strength and mobility demands of the position in a safe and efficient manner



Able to work outside in inclement weather conditions



Must be willing to work any and/or all shifts, as may be required



Proof of immunity to Tetanus and Hepatitis B may be required



Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends



Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check

Closing Statement

Please apply to Career Opportunities at: www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers

Please inform us of any accommodations we need to make to ensure a barrier-free recruitment experience. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC)and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) at any stage in the recruitment process. We're happy to provide more information if you email us at HRCity@cityofkingston.ca



Your resume must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.