At the City of Edmonton - City Operations, we strive to help our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth and provides continuous opportunities for development.
We are excited to invite applications for the Labourer I / Equipment Operator I position within our Snow & Ice Control - Active Pathway Removals team. This dual role offers a dynamic work experience, allowing you to contribute as both a Labourer and Equipment Operator.
What will you do?
Labourer I
Perform heavy manual work with the use of hand tools
Operate light delivery vehicles transporting materials and supplies
Load and unload materials from trucks ensuring they are secured and safe for travel, and perform general housekeeping duties on yardsites
Collect refuse in parks, playgrounds and streets; cut, clear and burn brush
Manually sweep and apply traction aids to sidewalks
Remove snow at a variety of sites including but not limited to facilities, bridges, sidewalks, stairways and approaches,bus stops, and sand slippery sidewalks and crosswalks
Manually fill sandboxes and traction aid materials at public access sites
Inspect trails and brush lines for hazards or maintenance concerns
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Understand city policy and procedures
Redeployment tasks may include, but are not limited to: encampment clean up, horticulture tasks, and roadway maintenance
Perform other related duties as required
Equipment Operator I
Operate and be responsible for various equipment, including 72” industrial riding mower/broom/blower, smaller riding brooms and blowers, small tractors with blades/snow buckets and various snow clearing equipment used in parkland, facilities, parking lots, and bike lanes
Operate medium and small farm and industrial type tractors with various attachments for snow removal such as an MT7 and Toolcat.
Perform routine maintenance tasks on equipment
Perform other related duties as required
Completion of Grade 10
Assets:
Experience operating the equipment assigned to the work area, including toolcats, John Deere brooms, trackless snow removal equipment, truck mounted plows and slip sanders, and/or low horsepower tractors
Emergency First Aid Certification
Skills required for success:
Ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner, including detecting minor defects in equipment as needed
Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions
Strong communication skills
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Alignment with the goals of the the Environmental Management System Enviso
Conditions of Employment:
Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's Permit is a requirement of this position
Successful candidates are required to be fit for and wear a respirator on a regular basis, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position
Work Environment:
Day Shift
Ability to work various daytime shifts including weekends
Physically capable of performing the duties assigned, including manual labour for extended periods of time in diverse weather and environmental conditions
Ability to work in varying weather conditions
Ability to don respiratory protection as required
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits.
Up to 74 temporary full-time positions for up to 9 months
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary Range:
Labourer I: $23.416 - $32.470 (Hourly)
Equipment Operator I: $24.935 - $33.208 (Hourly)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: AW/JR
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