Transit Utility Worker – Level 2

Brandon University; Brandon; On-site; CAD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brandon is seeking a Utility Worker to provide routine maintenance for the interior and exterior of all Brandon Transit shelters. You will perform grass cutting, snow removal, cleaning, waste management and maintenance of tools at bus stop locations with an emphasis on safety and teamwork.

This full-time, indefinite term position requires a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence and the ability to work varying shifts including days, evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid Class 5 Province of Manitoba Driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• General upkeep of transit facilities, benches, and equipment.
• Cleans and washes interior of shelters using pressure washers, wash brush, brooms and all other necessary equipment. Removes paper, dirt and dust, graffiti from interior walls/windows and interior ad display glass.
• Cleans and washes exterior of shelter using pressure washer, wash brush, cloths etc. Removes dirt and dust, graffiti from exterior walls/windows and exterior ad display glass. Cutting/trimming of grass in bus stop area, around shelters, benches, poles.
• Operation of loader to remove snow at all bus stop locations. Snow clearing to be completed to expected standards to ensure all areas are accessible. Shovelling is required to remove snow from interior / doorways of shelter.
• Notifies supervisor of repair needs and requirements for cleaning materials and supplies;
• Fuels truck, weed whipper, pressure washer, mower and loader as required;

Skills

Driver's licence MB Class 5

Job description

City of Brandon Posted: July 20, 2026 Expires: August 19, 2026

Position Conditions: This full-time, indefinite term position will be offered in accordance with conditions identified in the Collective Agreement between the City of Brandon and CUPE Local 69. Should the incumbent not return to this position, this term may become permanent. This opportunity is open to all applicants; however, first consideration will be given to current City of Brandon CUPE employees. The City of Brandon reserves the right to underfill this position.

The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

NOTE: The City of Brandon requires proof of mandatory qualifications. Please ensure these documents are attached when completing your application.

Rate of Pay: $23.47 - $25.25 per hour (2026 Rates)

Closing Date: 11:59pm on August 4, 2026.

This competition will include testing and an interview.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To provide routine maintenance for the interior and exterior of all Brandon Transit shelters. Grass cutting, snow removal, cleaning, emptying of garbage bins, etc. at all bus stop locations, and the care and maintenance of tools and equipment necessary to perform the assigned duties.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• General upkeep of transit facilities, benches, and equipment;
• Cleans and washes interior of shelters using pressure washers, wash brush, brooms and all other necessary equipment. Removes paper, dirt and dust, graffiti from interior walls/windows and interior ad display glass;
• Cleans and washes exterior of shelter using pressure washer, wash brush, cloths etc. Removes dirt and dust, graffiti from exterior walls/windows and exterior ad display glass. Cutting/trimming of grass in bus stop area, around shelters, benches, poles.
• Operation of loader to remove snow at all bus stop locations. Snow clearing to be completed to expected standards to ensure all areas are accessible. Shovelling is required to remove snow from interior / doorways of shelter.
• Notifies supervisor of repair needs and requirements for cleaning materials and supplies;
• Fuels truck, weed whipper, pressure washer, mower and loader as required;

NOTE: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Must hold and maintain a valid Class 5 Province of Manitoba Driver's licence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Sufficient experience to have demonstrated the ability to perform the position tasks satisfactorily.

WORK CONDITIONS

The Utility Worker works independently and in a team environment.

• Work in a shared and consultative manner with other employees (daily);
• Self-motivated and quality driven to perform independent duties and facilitate team goals (daily);
• Necessary to work in all types of weather conditions (daily);
• Must be available to work varying shifts (days/evenings/weekends);
• Responsible to the Manager of Transit Services.

The City of Brandon is committed to an inclusive, barrier free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation. If you are interested in finding out more about the City of Brandon job opportunities as soon as they are posted, please follow us on Facebook or X!