Temporary Labourer - Waterworks

City of Markham; Markham; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Markham is seeking a temporary Laborer to support the Waterworks and related infrastructure maintenance. You will work on the water distribution and wastewater collection systems, perform repairs, site restorations, hydrant tasks, and community outreach activities as part of a field crew.

Ideal candidates have college training in environmental/mechanical/electrical/plumbing fields, a valid G license (DZ preferred), and strong safety and public communication skills; weekend work may

Qualifications

• College education in environmental, mechanical, electrical or plumbing fields.
• Pursuing an Operator-in-Training License (MECP) in water distribution or wastewater collection.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water distribution and wastewater collection systems as part of a crew.
• Perform infrastructure repairs and site restoration, including grading and sod.
• Maintain hydrants and assist with promotional and educational activities.
• Deliver materials and operate departmental equipment safely.
• Assist with locates requests and map measurements using CCTV records.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.

Skills

G driver's license

Public interaction

Safety conscious

Weekend availability

Education

Technical college in environmental/mechanical/electrical/plumbing

Operator-in-Training MECP license (in progress)

Job description

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Department and Commission: Environmental Services, Community Services

Vacancy: Temporary (5 months)

Posting Date: September 23,, 2026

Application Deadline: October 4, 2026

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Duties include

• Reporting to Waterworks Supervisor, provide assistance as a member of a crew involved in the maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
• Performs labour associated with all facets of infrastructure and asset repairs of the water distribution and wastewater collection system, as well as the restoration of repair sites including placing and grading of fill, top soil, sod.
• Watering and on-going maintenance of sod repairs.
• Hydrants maintenance and painting.
• Support promotional and educational works regarding the City's water distribution and wastewater collection system at community event and festivals.
• Deliver materials, supplies, notices, etc.
• Perform miscellaneous shop duties, including maintenance of facilities, equipment and vehicles.
• Assisting with locates requests for municipal underground infrastructure (water, wastewater, storm, street lights and traffic signals) and in-office locate mapping measurements using CCTV records.
• Operates and maintains departmental equipment and vehicles to ensure optimal performance and safe working conditions and their availability to respond to daily activities and emergency situations.
• Assists in performing labour related to water/wastewater/stormwater preventative maintenance and inspection including operations of hydraulic valve exercising equipment, vacuum excavation equipment and pumps, sanitary sewer flusher operations and sanitary sewer CCTV inspections.
• Ensures compliance with Health & Safety Act and City's Health and Safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates with College education in the environmental, mechanical, electrical and plumbing field, pursuing an Operator-in-Training License from the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP) in either water distribution or wastewater collection.
• Class G drivers license in good standing, asset to have DZ or higher class and experience with driving with a trailer.
• Clean drivers abstract as approved by the City (0 demerit points, no more than 1 moving violation and no more than 1 non-moving violation)
• Must be comfortable talking to general public and have good communication skills.
• Must be able to work over weekends and statutory holidays as needed.

Core Behaviours

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

Core Values

At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another.

• Service Excellence: the consistent delivery of high-quality efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.
• Accountability: our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance.
• People-Focused: putting people first.
• Trust: the confidence we place in each other to act with integrity and fairness.
• Innovation: Investing in each other and the way we deliver our programs and services.

We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions, and leadership approach.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check

AI Disclosure

At the City of Markham, we value transparency and fairness in recruitment. While our system (ADP Workforce Now) includes AI-powered features, we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. All evaluations are conducted by people.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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