Temporary Full-Time Labourer - Roads (Winter)

Njoyn; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oshawa is seeking a semi-skilled labourer to support roads maintenance and safety operations. You will perform asphalt raking, concrete finishing, form work and related tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include operating maintenance vehicles, performing traffic control, and adhering to safety standards. Evening and night shifts are required, with licensing tests and training opportunities provided by the City.

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) is required.
• Five years of operational experience related to listed activities are required.
• Willingness to train and obtain/licence relevant to position requirements.
• Concrete finishing and asphalt raking experience is preferred.
• Experience in road construction, excavating, formwork and carpentry is expected.
• Winter maintenance activities such as snow plowing and salting are required.
• Must possess a valid Ontario DZ driver's licence with clean record.
• Ability to perform strenuous tasks and work shifts including evenings and nights.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled trade activities including asphalt raking, concrete finishing, pipe laying, form work and rough carpentry.
• Operate maintenance vehicles and equipment (tractors, excavators, plow trucks, etc.).
• Conduct traffic control on roadways and projects.
• Follow City of Oshawa Safe Work Standards and Ontario OHSA.
• Support Summer and Winter Call Board activities and other duties as assigned.
• Maintain records and complete forms as required.
• Undergo testing for internal licensing on Grade 2 equipment as needed.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Asphalt raking

Road construction

Formwork

Carpentry

Winter maintenance

Safety awareness

Driver's licence (DZ)

Heavy lifting

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Roads, Operations Safety & Training, under the direction of the Supervisor, Roads Maintenance and/or Working Foreperson, Lead Hand, perform semi-skilled trade and general labouring duties.

Responsibilities:

• Perform various semi-skilled trade activities, some of which may include asphalt raking, concrete finishing, pipe laying, form work, rough carpentry, bridge repairs and erosion and watercourse work, brick and block laying and sewer work
• Operate maintenance vehicles, equipment and tools such as tractors, excavation equipment, combination plow spreader trucks, Commercial vehicles of various sizes and articulating sidewalk plow machines
• Perform traffic control on roadways and work projects
• Work in accordance with the City of Oshawa’s Safe Work Standards and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Perform various duties related to Summer and Winter Control/Call Board activities
• Perform various general labouring activities
• Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Candidates must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, Grade Twelve (12), and have five (5) years operational experience, knowledge and skills related to performing the activities listed within this position
• Must be willing and capable of training and obtaining appropriate licences or certificates relevant to the requirements of the position
• Demonstrated ability in concrete finishing and asphalt raking
• Previous experience in road construction and excavating
• Previous experience in formwork and carpentry
• Previous experience in hard landscaping
• Previous experience in winter maintenance activities like but not limited to; snow plowing, salting, sidewalk snow clearing and shoveling and working long hours and shifts
• Capable and willing to train and pass testing for internal licensing on Grade 2 equipment or higher, at the City’s convenience and in accordance with seniority, based on operational requirements
• Able to perform strenuous work such as climbing, lifting and moving heavy items (80 lbs./approx. 36 kgs.), involving considerable effort, and capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner
• Able to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions, which deal with routine and standardized situations
• Able to complete forms and records relevant to the job
• Willingness to accept responsibility and ability to work alone or with minimum supervision
• Personal qualities of reliability and co-operation. Sound judgment and initiative relating to the need for attendance to matters outside normal working hours, like winter and summer callouts
• Knowledge and understanding of, and ability to apply safety policies, standards and legislation (Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS, First-Aid and CPR)
• Good interpersonal skills; common sense and courtesy to deal with the general public and to discuss routine information with colleagues.
• The job requires you to work scheduled evening and night shifts in accordance with Article 11.05(c) of the CUPE Local #250 Collective Agreement
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Ontario Driver's Licence, in good standing (minimum Class DZ), a driver’s abstract showing no demerit points, and the ability to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation
• Must serve on the Operations Summer and Winter Call Board and successfully complete all required training necessary to meet operational requirements

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check and an employment medical.