26-49 Labourer II, Auxiliary

Esquimalt; Esquimalt; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

The Township of Esquimalt's Public Works Department is seeking an auxiliary Labourer II to perform manual tasks including loading trucks, traffic control, concrete work, and sewer/pipe installation. The role primarily operates a Refuse Collection truck and reports to the Public Works Supervisor.

Ideal candidate has Class 5 BC license, preferred Class 3 with air endorsement, and at least 2 years of related experience; equivalent education considered.

Qualifications

• Partial high school education.
• Current and valid Class 5 BC driver's licence.
• Preference for Class 3 with air endorsement BC driver's licence.
• 2 years of related experience; refuse collection experience is an asset.
• Equivalent education, training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Load trucks and direct traffic, set up traffic and pedestrian control signs.
• Form, screed, and finish concrete.
• Break and lay asphalt.
• Dig trenches and lay sewer pipes.
• Lift and place castings and pipes.
• Operate a Refuse Collection truck.

Skills

Traffic control

Directing traffic

Manual labour

Driver's license BC Class 5

Driver's license Class 3 with air

Refuse collection experience

Education

Partial high school education

Job description

Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Xwsepsum and Songhees First Nations.

The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.

About our Organization:

With a high functioning, progressive Council and leadership team, and dedicated, engaged staff, the Township is an organization committed to working collaboratively to continue making Esquimalt one of the most desirable places to live, work and play.

The Township of Esquimalt 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.

About the Opportunity:

The Public Works Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill an auxiliary, Labourer II position. Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, this role involves performing various manual tasks such as loading trucks, setting up traffic and pedestrian control signs and directing traffic; forming, screeding, and finishing concrete; breaking and laying asphalt; digging trenches; laying sewer pipes; lifting and placing castings and pipes. As a Labourer II the incumbent will use a variety of hand tools when performing manual labouring functions such as, compressor, jackhammer, cement mixer, drills, concrete cut off saw, tamper, and pipe cutter.

The majority of time for this position will require the incumbent to operate a Refuse Collection truck.

Our Preferred Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Partial high school education;
• Current and valid class 5 B.C. drivers licence;
• Preference for Class 3 with air endorsement B.C driver’s licence; and,
• 2 years of related experience, with experience working on a Refuse Collection considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Salary: $38.83 hourly, which includes 14% in lieu of benefits (2026 rates)