Labourer I - LOU

City of Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is seeking Labourer I - LOU (Permanent, On-Call) to join the Parks team and help maintain public parks and recreational areas. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, landscaping, waste collection, snow removal, and general upkeep using power tools such as lawnmowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, and related equipment.

Ideal candidates will have a reliable work ethic, the ability to work outdoors in various weather, and a valid BC Driver's Licence (Class 5 or

Qualifications

• Must have a valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 5 or equivalent.
• Experience caring for parks or public works grounds and equipment is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for public parks and recreational areas.
• Perform mowing, trimming, landscaping, waste collection, snow removal and general upkeep.
• Operate equipment such as lawnmowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers and other power tools.

Skills

Valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 5

Job description

Labourer I - LOU

(Permanent, On-Call) - 2050

Close Date October 23, 2026

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for multiple Permanent, On-Call Labourer positions with the beautiful City of Kamloops! We are seeking hardworking and reliable Labourers to join our Parks team and truly make Kamloops Shine. In this role, you will assist with the maintenance and care of public parks and recreational areas.

Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, landscaping, waste collection, snow removal, and general upkeep to ensure safe, clean, and attractive spaces for the community. The successful candidates will be responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of tools and equipment such as lawnmowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, and other power tools. Previous experience working with and operating equipment in a parks, public works, grounds maintenance, or similar environment would be valuable in this role.

If you love working outside, performing manual labour in all weather conditions, are a team player, and have a strong safety mindset, this could be the perfect position for you. We encourage you to apply today!

As a City of Kamloops employee, you’ll have access to a variety of programs and resources that support your overall well-being, including mental health supports, onsite fitness facilities, and a Wellness Works program, which promotes physical and mental well-being in the workplace and supports our Health Conscious corporate building block.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 5 or equivalent.

Preferred Training, Knowledge, Memberships, Ect.

• Previous experience caring for parks or public works grounds and equipment.

All applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted by email.

This is a unionized position with CUPE Local 900; check out our Collective Agreement (2024 - 2025) for full details (ratified 2026 Collective Agreement coming soon). As this is a unionized position, all qualifications must be met in order to be shortlisted for the position.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. This position will receive 14% in lieu of all benefits, vacation, stat holidays, and health time.

Please see the attached Letters of Understanding for more information on this position.

Hourly Rate

$27.426

Hours & Days of Work

Various, On-Call

Hours per Week

Various, On-Call

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.