Seasonal Labourer 2 - Streets

District of North Vancouver; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local government committed to enhancing community services through innovative public works initiatives. As a temporary full-time labourer, you will engage in meaningful outdoor work, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to vital community infrastructure. This role offers an excellent entry point into public service, with opportunities for advancement into specialized positions such as equipment operator or crew supervisor. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will enjoy a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you are ready to make a difference in the beautiful North Shore, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work options

Inclusive workplace culture

Family-friendly employer

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• High school diploma and some construction experience required.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence and safe driving record needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual outdoor work in public works construction and maintenance.
• Operate various hand and power tools safely.

Skills

Physical strength

Stamina

Coordination

Ability to follow instructions

Independent judgement

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Electric power tools

Gasoline power tools

Hydraulic tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC’s Top Employers for six years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine-day fortnight and hybrid work options. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.

Position Overview

Our Streets department is looking for safety-minded and responsible team players who enjoy good honest work that provides a solid sense of accomplishment. We are expanding our team and need temporary full-time labourers. Labourers are the starting point where our staff get on-the-job training which then puts them in a position to compete for other positions such as concrete finisher, rough carpenter, equipment operators, truck drivers or crew supervisors. Many of our full-time staff began work as temporary labourers and it is an excellent opportunity to see if a career in public service is for you.

Labourers join a team and perform manual outside work entailing physical effort in performing unskilled and semi-skilled public works construction and maintenance tasks on the concrete, asphalt or maintenance crews. Work assignments can include a variety of tasks such as operating various hand tools safely, as well as electric, gasoline, hydraulic and pneumatic power tools including compressors, jackhammers, tampers, drills, weed eaters, brush cutters, and chainsaws; acting as a swamper for equipment and trucks; assisting in the construction, repair and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, ditches, roads and pavement; and general maintenance activities as required.

The successful applicant must possess:

• The physical and mental aptitude to work on a crew and learn new skills.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work.
• The ability to perform a variety of semi-skilled construction and maintenance related tasks.
• The ability to carry out oral and written instruction and exercise some independent judgement.
• Skill in the operation of power and hand tools used in the work.
• Physical strength, stamina and coordination to permit the performance of heavy manual work in all types of weather.

Qualifications

We are looking for people that have a high school diploma and some experience in construction and maintenance work or have an equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence and an abstract that reflects a safe driving record is required. A valid Class 3 B.C. Driver’s Licence is an asset.

Details

Salary: The pay for this unionized position is $33.26 per hour (2024 rates) based on a 40-hour work week.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm.

Apply

The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at https://careers.dnv.org. This posting will remain open until filled.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.

We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.

Compensation

The pay for this unionized position is $33.26 per hour (2024 rates) based on a 40-hour work week.

Posting Number: 25-14T

Job Open Date: 02/11/2025

Job Close Date: Until filled.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Technical/Trade School Certificate/Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-3
  • 3-5
  • 5-7
  • 7+

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Driver's Abstract

Optional Documents:

• Other