Labourer I - Public Works (Time Duration) 3 Positions

City of Chilliwack; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chilliwack is seeking Labourer I for Public Works (Time Duration) to support the Operations Department. You will perform non-skilled labour such as grass cutting, flagging, loading equipment, repairing fences, cleaning streets, and removing garbage under supervision.

Applicants must have a BC Driver's Licence, the ability to lift heavy objects, and be healthy for outdoor work in various weather.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years experience in the labourer force or an equivalent combination.
• Must possess a valid BC Driver's Licence.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform manual labour.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-skilled labour tasks such as grass cutting, flagging, loading equipment, and cleaning streets.
• Repair fences and assist with general maintenance duties as assigned.
• Remove garbage and assist with digging and related tasks as directed by supervision.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Lift heavy objects

Job description

2026-86 - Labourer I - Public Works (Time Duration) 3 Positions

Status: New

Details

Posting #: 2026-86 Title: Labourer I - Public Works (Time Duration) 3 Positions Department: Public Works and Parks Operations Duties: GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

The incumbent in this class assists management to achieve efficient operation of the Operations Department through reliable performance of Labourer I duties observing and complying with municipal policies and practices.

Nature And Scope Of Work

The incumbent in this class will be required to perform all non and semi-skilled tasks associated with labourer duties; cutting grass, flagging, loading equipment, repairing fences, cleaning streets, removing garbage, using manual tools, laying pipes, digging, etc. The incumbent will perform other related tasks as assigned. Assignments are performed under general supervision and performance is subject to review, inspection and evaluation by the Supervisor III.

Working Conditions

The incumbent will work any five (5) consecutive days within the hours as prescribed in published shift schedules and on occasion work overtime as authorized. The incumbent must be of good health to work outdoors regardless of weather. The incumbent must wear safety equipment as appropriate to the performance of duties. The incumbent upon hiring will have union dues deducted from source in accordance with the Union Agreement. Education: - Minimum of two (2) years experience in the labourer force - OR - an equivalent combination.

• Must be in possession of a valid B.C. Driver's Licence; Skills: - Able to establish and maintain a good working relationship with other staff members;
• Able to recognize and rectify and/or report upon actual or potential safety hazards;
• Able to perform manual work and lift heavy objects;
• Working knowledge of tools, equipment, procedures, principles and methods used in labourer work. Salary: $33.14 per hour (2026 rate) Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Closing: 2026-10-13 04:30 PM Posted: 2026-10-06