Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for carrying out operation and maintenance of Village of New Minas infrastructure, including parks, sidewalks, buildings, water system and wastewater system as directed by the Foreperson or designate.

Responsibilities

oCarry out routine grounds maintenance of Village parks, playgrounds, sports fields, open spaces, sidewalks and other properties, including mowing, raking, weeding, sweeping, garbage removal and daily operational upkeep.

oAssist as required in operational and maintenance activities for the Public Works Department and Water Utility, under the direction of the Foreperson or designate.

oAssist with general duties and repairs to Village infrastructure and assets.

oAssist with pipe installation and repair/maintenance of infrastructure, including operation of equipment required.

oAssist with decoration of Village public spaces, including the placement of street banners.

oSnow clearing of sidewalks, crosswalk openings and parking lots.

oMaintenance of Village flower beds, planters, shrubs, hedges and trees.

oPainting of Village buildings, benches, tables, planters and parking lot markings.

oTraffic control for construction activities.

oAdhere to all Village and Provincial safety/OH&S policies, regulations, guidelines, standard operating procedures and requirements.

oAct in a professional manner at all times with the knowledge that work is conducted in a public space and under the public eye.

oBe available for overtime and rotational standby duties.

oPerform other duties not specifically mentioned above as directed, according to operational needs.

Skills

Basic municipal infrastructure installation and repair; winter maintenance. Ability to operate, care for, and maintain various pieces of motorized and non-motorized equipment used in the day-to-day function of the job such as mowers, chainsaws and sidewalk plows.
oBasic skill/knowledge in carpentry, painting and horticulture/landscaping is considered an asset.

oGood listening and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.89 per hour

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday On call Overtime
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road

Application deadline: 2025-02-20