General Maintenance Worker

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; Presencial; CAD 53.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Dental and vision care

Pension plans

Maternity/parental leave

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Winnipeg is seeking a General Maintenance Worker - Local Sewer to assist in maintaining and repairing sewer lines and related appurtenances. The role requires working on a shift schedule, including holidays, with a 5 on/5 off cycle and 4 days on/4 days off repeats.

Training and certification pathways are included in the education section. Successful candidates will perform duties from 6' to 35' sewer depths, operate equipment, and follow safety and traffic-control procedures while

Formación

• High school graduation or GED; post-secondary education preferred.
• Operator-in-Training Class Certificate for Class 4 Facility within 30 days.
• Completion of Wastewater Collections Systems Levels 1 and 2 within 18 months.
• Must obtain Manitoba Class 1 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification within 18 months.
• First Aider Level 1 Certification within 12 months.
• Basic knowledge of City by-laws and sewer system facilities is preferred.
• Ability to operate portable equipment and hand/power tools.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in maintenance and repair of sewer lines and appurtenances.
• Assist in flood control operations to ensure pumps are running.
• Perform maintenance inside sewers from 6' to 35' depth.
• Follow confined space entry requirements.
• Assist with major repairs in excavations from 3' to 35' deep.
• Assist in cleaning/thawing basins and flushing lines with pressure machines.
• Perform trench excavation and shoring; backfill excavation.
• Assist in temporary pavement restoration.
• Deliver unplanned materials to the site; return unused parts to stores.
• Inspect and report deficiencies in the sewer system.
• Operate city vehicles as required; perform general housekeeping.
• Perform job site traffic control and vehicle/equipment maintenance.
• Handle hazardous materials per rules; perform First Aid/CPR as required.
• Maintain work records and reports; follow safety rules.

Conocimientos

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

First Aid CPR

Adaptability

Verbal communication

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Operator-in-Training Class Certificate (within 30 days)

Wastewater Certification (Level 1) within 18 months

First Aider Level 1 within 12 months

Herramientas

Portable equipment operation

Descripción del empleo

General Maintenance Worker

Recruitment Details

Department: Wastewater Services, Water and Waste Department

Designated Work Location: 552 Plinguet Street - On site

Position Type: Up to 4 Permanent Positions and 3 Permanent on a Temporary Basis Position, Full-Time

Hours of Work: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm - Shift Schedule

Salary: $2,060.32 bi-weekly as per the Maintenance Worker - General classification

Employee Group: C.U.P.E.

Posting No.: 127518

Closing Date: November 16, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers. Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self- declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, consideration will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

The General Maintenance Worker is the entry level position in the Maintenance Worker series. Staff working in the General Maintenance Worker classification work on a shift schedule, including statutory holidays, consisting of 5 days on, 5 days off, 5 days on, 5 days off, 4 days on, 4 days off; repeat cycle.

As the General Maintenance Worker - Local Sewer, your duties will include:

• Assist in performing maintenance and repair of sewer lines and appurtenances.
• Assist in flood control operations (makes sure pumps are running, fill with gas, etc.).
• Perform maintenance and repair work inside of Wastewater sewers from 6' to 35' in depth.
• Perform tasks in accordance with confined space entry requirements.
• Assist with major repairs in excavations from 3' to 35' deep.
• Assist in cleaning and thawing catch basins/culverts, and flushing sewer lines with pressure machines and vactors.
• Assist in performing trench excavation and shoring, and in performing backfill of the excavation.
• Assist in performing temporary restoration of pavement surfaces.
• Deliver unplanned materials to the work site. Gathers equipment, parts and materials from tool room, stores and suppliers. This includes returning equipment and unused parts and materials to tool, stores and suppliers.
• Inspect and report deficiencies in the sewer system and appurtenances.
• Operate various equipment and city vehicles as required.
• Perform general housekeeping of buildings and grounds.
• Perform job site traffic control.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and equipment.
• Handle hazardous materials, as directed, in accordance with established rules and procedures.
• Perform First Aid / CPR, as required.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations while performing the duties of the position.
• Maintain work related records and reports.
• Perform other duties consistent with the classification, as required.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• High school graduation / G.E.D. Post-secondary education would be preferred.
• Immediate application for "Operator-in-Training" Class Certificate for Class 4 Facility under the Environment Act within the first 30 days of employment.
• Successful completion of the Sacramento State College Field Study training program Wastewater Collections Systems Levels 1 and 2 within 18 months of the appointment.
• Must obtain Manitoba Class 1 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification within 18 months of the appointment.
• Must have, or be able to acquire within 12 months of employment, First Aider Level 1 Certification.
• Basic knowledge of City of Winnipeg By-laws, including the Waterworks, Sewer and Streets By-laws is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of sewer system facilities, infrastructure, equipment, maintenance repair techniques and procedures is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of temporary pavement restoration materials, equipment, techniques and procedures is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate portable equipment (e.g. pumps, saws, etc.), as well as hand and power tools.
• Applied knowledge of the City of Winnipeg Manual of Temporary Traffic Control is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hazardous material handling, rules and procedures is preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of work related record keeping and reporting forms and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, listen effectively, follow verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts, contractors and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
• Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures applicable to the area of work.
• Ability and availability