Public Works Labourer(s) - Summer 2025 REPOSTED

Town of Wasaga Beach; Wasaga Beach; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Public Works Labourers for summer seasonal employment. This role involves various responsibilities, including litter collection, storm system inspections, and assisting in municipal road maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess strong public relations skills, be physically capable of handling demanding tasks, and preferably be enrolled in a full-time academic program. Join a community-focused team and contribute to maintaining the beauty and functionality of Wasaga Beach. This opportunity offers a competitive hourly wage and a chance to work in a dynamic environment where your efforts will make a tangible difference.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates in full-time secondary/post-secondary programs.
• Must have strong communication skills and physical capability.

Responsibilities

• Collect litter and garbage from roadsides and beaches.
• Inspect storm systems and assist in maintenance tasks.

Skills

Public relations & communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Knowledge of the Town of Wasaga Beach

Education

Full-time secondary/post-secondary program

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

2025 PUBLIC WORKS LABOURERS SUMMER

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Town of Wasaga Beach is now accepting resumes for summer seasonal employment (May until September 2025) for the position of Public Works Labourers.

Responsibilities include:

• Roadside and beachfront litter collection
• Collection of garbage and recycling materials from bins
• Inspecting storm catch basins, storm outlets, storm ponds and trail systems
• Tree and brush clean-up
• Painting fire hydrants, sewer stacks, sign posts and building structures
• Assisting in beach front clean-up
• Other Public Works related duties, such as maintenance of municipal roads

Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to those registered in a full-time secondary/post-secondary program in the next academic year
• Must have public relations & communication skills
• Ability to work a variety of shifts; including days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays
• Be physically capable of performing the duties of the position with the ability of heavy lifting and withstand extreme weather conditions
• Experience in roads maintenance activities and ability in using hand tools considered an asset
• Possess valid First Aid and CPR certificates preferably
• Valid Class “G” Ontario drivers’ license preferred
• Able to provide an appropriate criminal records check and drivers’ abstract upon hire
• Possess strong knowledge of the Town of Wasaga Beach
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Hourly Range: $17.85 - $19.31; 40 hours/week

Interested individuals should apply at http://www.wasagabeach.com/careers by April 27, 2025.

The Town of Wasaga Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process, upon request. Please advise the Town of Wasaga Beach Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.