Labourer 1

Status
Open

The Town of Peace River is accepting applications for two (1) temporary, full-time Labourer 1 positions accountable to the Public Works Foreman.

The Labourer 1 is a semi-skilled position essential to the day-to-day operations of the Town of Peace River. The position will perform labour duties and operate equipment for snow-clearing and ice control, assist with utility digs, perform maintenance on infrastructure, and will assist other departments as required.

The ideal candidate will have the following key characteristics:
• Experience operating light equipment, hand and power tools.
• A background working with a modern safety program.
• The ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a professional manner at all times.
• Possessing a Class 5 License.
• Knowledge of municipal infrastructure is an asset.

The position needs someone with a willingness to be on-call, take action in emergency response (ie, during flooding, etc.), and a desire to be part of building a great community.

Full Time • Temporary Employment
Wage: $24.27 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. On call required.
Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found

What We Offer:
• Your work will have a direct impact on quality of our residents’ day to day lives.
• Opportunities to gain a variety of experience in your position.
• Regular training opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge.
• Short commute to work
• Local work; sleep in your own bed.
• Parking is free.
• Our leadership team values your voice and input and welcomes feedback.
• We offer a gym membership, and safety footwear allowance.

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages application from all qualified candidates.

Job descriptions are available upon request. This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 898 and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement.

Qualified applicants are invited to forward their resumes, in confidence, to the address below (quote Competition # 24/025).

Employee Services Manager
Email: hr@peaceriver.ca

We thank all participants for their interest, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.