Labourer - General
City of Victoria BC
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Victoria, BC
Contract type: Full time
Competition Number 24/183A
Posting Scope Internal / External
Posted Date September 26, 2024
Closing Date October 10, 2024, 430 PM PST
Department Engineering & Public Works
Posting Type Continuous - Regular Seasonal
Work schedule Monday to Sunday (minimum 20 hours per week and up to 40 hours a week), Various shifts
Salary $ 30.85 per hour, Pay Grade 2
Job Code 633
Employee Group This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies 2
POSITION FUNCTION
Perform labouring functions on a variety of Public Works projects and for maintenance of parks, grounds and boulevards and manual tasks in the collection of household and commercial refuse.
KEY DUTIES
Perform various manual tasks related to road and concrete construction, underground utilities, retaining wall construction and other public works projects; use various hand tools including shovels, rakes, brooms, wheel barrows and hammers in performance of assigned duties; tamp gravel and base materials; load and unload equipment and materials from trucks and vehicles; assist excavation equipment operator by hand digging to locate underground utilities.
Water grass areas by turning on irrigation systems and setting out and removing hoses and sprinklers; hand water grass and garden areas as required; mow, trim, weed and remove debris when maintaining boulevards and parks by using hand and light power equipment such as lawn mowers, line trimmers, power edgers, leaf blowers and rakes; dig, rake, weed, water and remove refuse to assist in the preparation and maintenance of flower and shrub beds; edge and trim grass along sidewalks and curbs; clean park areas such as ponds, streams and pathways by using wheelbarrows, shovels, brooms and water hoses.
Remove and dispose of refuse from households and businesses by lifting and emptying cans and bags of refuse into wheeled toter; check for "extra refuse" tickets and provide refuse collection information as required; clean up fallen refuse when loading using shovels and brooms; transfer refuse into truck hopper by operating toter lift; operate hopper blade mechanism; act as guide for truck driver during backing up procedure and control traffic when needed.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned and is reviewed by supervisor.
Problems are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort
Shovel, rake, load and dig heavy materials. (continuous)
Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (continuous)
Walk on collection route approximately 14 km per day. (continuous)
Mental Effort
Normal.
Visual/Auditory Effort
Normal.
Work Environment
Exposure to equipment noise. (often)
Possible contact with animal waste and raw sewage. (premium item)
Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)
Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (frequent)
Exposure to unpleasant odours, dust, ashes, waste products and potentially hazardous materials. (continuous)
Key Skills And Abilities
Understand and discuss job related matters.
Use a variety of hand tools and light power equipment.
Qualifications
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification
Grade 10.
Experience
6 months of related experience.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 430 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].
Posting Scope Internal / External
Posted Date September 26, 2024
Closing Date October 10, 2024, 430 PM PST
Department Engineering & Public Works
Posting Type Continuous - Regular Seasonal
Work schedule Monday to Sunday (minimum 20 hours per week and up to 40 hours a week), Various shifts
Salary $ 30.85 per hour, Pay Grade 2
Job Code 633
Employee Group This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies 2
POSITION FUNCTION
Perform labouring functions on a variety of Public Works projects and for maintenance of parks, grounds and boulevards and manual tasks in the collection of household and commercial refuse.
KEY DUTIES
Perform various manual tasks related to road and concrete construction, underground utilities, retaining wall construction and other public works projects; use various hand tools including shovels, rakes, brooms, wheel barrows and hammers in performance of assigned duties; tamp gravel and base materials; load and unload equipment and materials from trucks and vehicles; assist excavation equipment operator by hand digging to locate underground utilities.
Water grass areas by turning on irrigation systems and setting out and removing hoses and sprinklers; hand water grass and garden areas as required; mow, trim, weed and remove debris when maintaining boulevards and parks by using hand and light power equipment such as lawn mowers, line trimmers, power edgers, leaf blowers and rakes; dig, rake, weed, water and remove refuse to assist in the preparation and maintenance of flower and shrub beds; edge and trim grass along sidewalks and curbs; clean park areas such as ponds, streams and pathways by using wheelbarrows, shovels, brooms and water hoses.
Remove and dispose of refuse from households and businesses by lifting and emptying cans and bags of refuse into wheeled toter; check for "extra refuse" tickets and provide refuse collection information as required; clean up fallen refuse when loading using shovels and brooms; transfer refuse into truck hopper by operating toter lift; operate hopper blade mechanism; act as guide for truck driver during backing up procedure and control traffic when needed.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned and is reviewed by supervisor.
Problems are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort
Shovel, rake, load and dig heavy materials. (continuous)
Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (continuous)
Walk on collection route approximately 14 km per day. (continuous)
Mental Effort
Normal.
Visual/Auditory Effort
Normal.
Work Environment
Exposure to equipment noise. (often)
Possible contact with animal waste and raw sewage. (premium item)
Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)
Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (frequent)
Exposure to unpleasant odours, dust, ashes, waste products and potentially hazardous materials. (continuous)
Key Skills And Abilities
Understand and discuss job related matters.
Use a variety of hand tools and light power equipment.
Qualifications
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification
Grade 10.
Experience
6 months of related experience.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 430 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].
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