Public Works Laborer

To maintain the working order and good condition of public infrastructure in the municipality of Five Rivers.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE. Replaces light bulbs and fixes minor issues in municipal buildings. Clears snow and ice from walkways and de-ices surfaces. Mows lawns, trims trees, hedges, and greenery, and tends to grounds as needed. Prepares and maintains the ball fields and outdoor rinks for use. Ensures that splash pad and splash pad hut are clean and uncluttered and safe for use. Collects and disposes of trash and recyclables from all areas.

TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE. Performs tasks to maintain municipal roads, curbs, sidewalks, signage, and streetlights, which may include gravelling, patching, sealing, painting, sanding, and sweeping. WORK SAFETY. At all times, strictly adheres to safety protocols as defined by WorkSafe, the municipality, or other governing bodies. This includes wearing all required personal protective equipment such as hard hats, safety goggles, and safety boots.

WASTEWATER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE. Performs basic maintenance checks on wastewater infrastructure and equipment, for example, lift stations.

CLEANING & SANITIZING. Sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors. Dusts furniture, walls, and fixtures. Washes windows and mirrors. Sanitizes restrooms and replenishes supplies (soap, paper towels).

SECURITY. Locks and unlocks doors, monitors premises, and reports security risks.

OTHER. Courteous and respectful with municipal staff and members of the public. Performs other tasks assigned by the Manager of Public Works.

• High School diploma or G.E.D, preferably supplemented by technical training related to the work.
• Class 3 or 5 or driver’s license with satisfactory abstract that demonstrates safe and reliable driving.
• Able to perform strenuous physical tasks that may include walking, standing, sitting, lifting, crouching, or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift, push, pull, or carry 50-pound objects without significant fatigue.
• Able to work in adverse conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, high noise, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Able to work in confined spaces or at high elevations.
• Able to deal with the public courteously and effectively.
• Able to operate a variety of basic tools and equipment.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with others, including your manager, coworkers, and the public.
• Able to work flexible and extended hours, including shifts at nights or over weekends.

• 1 to 2 years of general labor.
• Working knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance and custodial work.
• Experience working for a public organization.
• Bilingualism would be an asset.

After the probation period:

• paid vacation
• health & dental plan
• life and long-term disability insurance
• pension

Please email your resume to: admin@5-rivers.ca with the subject line: Public Works Laborer.