Driver Labourer - Public Works (Up to 2)

City of Kingston; Kingston; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Kingston is seeking a part-time Labourer to support Public Works operations. The role focuses on operating and maintaining various farm/construction equipment and trucks, with safety as a priority.

The position offers up to 24 hours per week and includes additional pay in lieu of vacation and benefits. Responsibilities include winter control operations (plows, salt/sand), general labour tasks (flower beds, vegetation removal, debris handling), and routine inspection and servicing of

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain general labour equipment and machinery.
• Perform winter control operations, including plow and salt/sand applications on roads and sidewalks.
• Complete labour tasks such as flower bed preparation, watering, vegetation removal and debris handling.
• Inspect, lubricate, refuel and clean equipment; report malfunctions to supervision.
• Work safely as part of a team and assist with roadside cleanup and large item collection.

Job description

The Role

Responsible for the operation, inspection and maintenance of various types of farm/construction equipment and trucks in a highly safety conscious manner.THE HOURS FOR THIS POSITION PROVIDES UP TO 24 HOURS PER WEEK WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO PICK UP ADDITIONAL SHIFTS**This position receives 4% in lieu of vacation + 13% in lieu of all benefits in addition to hourly rate of pay**

Meet your department...

We keep Kingston’s infrastructure and public spaces safe, clean, and functional through a wide range of operations. Our team maintains roads, sidewalks, parks, sports fields, gardens and trees; manages seasonal operations such as snow removal; and responds to drainage and storm issues, ensuring the city remains vibrant and well-maintained year-round.

What you'll do...

Perform all Public Works general labour and associated operation of general labour equipment and machinery as requiredPerform all aspects of winter control operations, including plow and/or salt sand operations, with a 5 and/or 8 ton plow truck on roads and streets, and/or sidewalk plow on sidewalks and walkwaysPerform 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 tasksWork safely, efficiently and responsiblyInspect and maintain equipment. Check, lubricate, refuel and clean any and all equipment, and report any malfunctions to the Assistant SupervisorRecognize deficiencies or unsafe situations, conditions and report to the Assistant SupervisorWork as part of a teamResponsible to perform Labourer duties, i.e. hand sweeping street islandsResponsible for large item pickup and the collection of roadside refusePerform other duties as required