Temporary Labourer - Carpenter Shop

City of Saint John; Saint John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional municipal authority in Saint John is looking for a temporary laborer to join the Carpentry Shop team. The role involves assisting in building projects, general labor duties, and working with tools. The position offers $21.38 per hour for up to 6 months, with a forty-hour work week and on-the-job training. Applicants should be reliable team players ready to work in various weather conditions.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Variety of tasks

Qualifications

• Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building projects.
• Garbage & debris removal for job sites/shop.
• General labor duties including loading and unloading materials.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Physical endurance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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Position Overview

The City of Saint John welcomes new and diverse talent.

Competition Number 25-093

Salary $21.38 - $21.38/Hour

Job Type Temporary Full Time

Closing Date November 14, 2025

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Position Overview

The City of Saint John welcomes new and diverse talent.

We would like a chance to welcome you as a temporary labourer with the Carpenter Shop.

• Do you enjoy working with your hands?
• Would you like to gain experience working for the City to add to your résumé?
• Are you a hard-working, reliable team player?

If you answered “yes” to the three questions above, please read on!

Here’s The Opportunity

• We are hiring a team-oriented, motivated temporary employee to join our Carpentry Shop team for up to 6 months.
• You will be working with our experienced carpentry team with a variety of tasks including:
• Assisting in building projects
• Garbage & debris removal for job sites/shop
• Work with a variety of tools and equipment
• General labour duties
• Painting preparation and finish painting
• Load and unload equipment and materials from trucks and move to respective work areas.
• And more

Here’s What We Offer You

• A temporary position at $21.38 per hour for up to 6 months.
• On-the-job training as needed – and the experience to show for it when the job finishes.
• A forty-hour work week.
• A variety of tasks.

Here’s What We Need From You

• You come to work every day in all weather, ready to work - and you're willing to work hard.
• You are able to perform a variety of physical tasks.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to: City of Saint John. Attn: Hiring Committee. www.saintjohn.ca (employment opportunities).