Labourer

City of White Rock; White Rock; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of White Rock is seeking a Labourer to join their Public Works team. This role involves various labour tasks, including construction and maintenance of roads and sewer systems, requiring strong physical effort and safety awareness. Candidates should possess effective communication skills and a commitment to teamwork in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating small equipment for public works.
• Knowledge of safety precautions related to the work.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance of roads and sewer systems.
• Operate small equipment and tools for public works tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Safety

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Tools

Maintenance Equipment

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Labourer

Employment Type: Regular Full Time, 40 Hours

Pay Grade: $33.06/hourly

Hours of Work: 07:00 – 15:30

Competition Number: 2025-24

Closing Date: May 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM

The City of White Rock - where every wave of talent helps shape our City by the sea. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams.

The City of White Rock is a unique ocean-side community of 22,000 citizens, located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay. It is known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community.

Overview

If you have outstanding skills, a strong work ethic, attention to safety, and exceptional customer service skills, we want to meet you! Reporting to the Manager of Public Works, you will perform a variety of labour tasks involving considerable physical effort in all weather conditions. Duties include construction and maintenance of roads, pavement, asphalt installation; water, sanitary, and storm sewer maintenance; pipe installation and repair; sign installation; cement work and concrete installation, including brick paver installation; operation of small equipment and hand tools; routine equipment maintenance; maintenance inspections; and truck driving. This position supports the solid waste division and may act as a relief driver for garbage, green waste, and recycling collection. Knowledge of MMCD standards is an asset.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 with relevant experience, including operating small equipment used in public works construction and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to the work.
• Class 5 Driver’s license with Air Endorsement and a safe driving record.
• Class 3 Driver's License or higher with Air Endorsement is an asset.
• Additional public works training, experience with excavations, pipe laying, and working around underground utilities.
• Assets include Intro to Public Works, Water Distribution Level I, Wastewater Collection Level I, and Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 (minimum required).

Requirements

• Ability to operate maintenance equipment and hand/power tools.
• Ability to shovel, rake, and compact asphalt.
• Ability to repair potholes with cold mix.
• Skills in paving, cement finishing, brick laying, and concrete work.
• Experience working around underground utilities.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Courteous and professional interaction with the public.
• Teamwork and a safety-first attitude.
• Knowledge of operating de-watering pumps is preferred.
• Maintain a clean-shaven face where respiratory protection is used, in accordance with safety regulations.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you are prepared for this role and committed to a respectful, healthy, and safe work environment, please submit your cover letter and resume online at www.whiterockcity.ca/careers.