Wastewater Plant Labourer & Groundskeeper

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Employer-paid benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plans

Maternity/parental leave

Education & staff development

Job summary

The City of Winnipeg is seeking a Skilled Labourer to support the Wastewater Services division at on-site facilities. You will perform housekeeping, maintenance, and groundskeeping to keep the wastewater plant clean and safe.

Under supervision, you will assist operations and maintenance staff, follow safety practices, and execute duties with independence when appropriate. Must hold Grade 10 and a valid First Aid/CPR within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 10 education.
• Must have and or be able to acquire within 12 months of employment, a valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Experience performing general labour, housekeeping, cleaning, and/or maintenance or related duties.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and basic equipment to perform assigned duties.
• Experience working with property maintenance tools (lawnmowers, leaf blowers, weed trimmer).
• Must be capable of following both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use a computer and related software applications required to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts (including suppliers), contractors and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
• Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations, and procedures that are applicable to the position's area of work.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping, maintenance, and care of buildings, equipment, and associated facility areas to support safe, clean, and efficient plant operations.
• Assist Operations and Maintenance to perform activities to support the safe and efficient functioning of the wastewater treatment facility.
• Performs groundskeeping and exterior facility maintenance to support safe access, site security, and a clean work environment.
• Participate in workplace health and safety practices related to assigned duties to ensure a safe work environment.
• Performs other related duties consistent with the classification and operational requirements of the facility.
• Communicates effectively and exercises independent judgment in carrying out assigned duties in compliance with City and Division policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

General labour

Housekeeping

Teamwork

Verbal & written instructions

Computer use

Education

Grade 10

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lawnmowers

Leaf blowers

Weed trimmer

Job description

The City of Winnipeg is seeking a Skilled Labourer to support the Wastewater Services division at on-site facilities. You will perform housekeeping, maintenance, and groundskeeping to keep the wastewater plant clean and safe.

Under supervision, you will assist operations and maintenance staff, follow safety practices, and execute duties with independence when appropriate. Must hold Grade 10 and a valid First Aid/CPR within 12 months.