Temporary Labourer - Oshawa, Canada - City of Oshawa
Description
A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the _
_City of Oshawa__ is one of Canada's fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest.
Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.
_Job Title:
Temporary Full-Time Labourer (Roads) - November 2023 to March 2024
Posting Number:004473
Department:
Community Operations Services Department
Branch:Operations Roads
Location:
Consolidated Operations Depot
Posting Start Date:2023/09/01
Posting End Date:2023/09/12 by 4:30pm
Employment Group:
CUPE 250
Salary Grade:01-$ $31.30
Standard Weekly
Hours of
Work
:40.00 Shift Work Required**:Yes
Reporting to the Manager, Road Operations under the direction of the Supervisor, Roads Maintenance or designate, perform general labouring duties which at times may require performing semi-skilled trade labouring duties and operating equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Lifting and loading refuse and debris onto vehicles
- Assisting Operators to safely maneuver vehicles and equipment as required
- Assisting Skilled Labourers by performing unskilled manual work using various hand tools, compressors, tampers, power saws, pumps, and may also include assisting Skilled Labourers with asphalt and concrete work, pipe laying, form work, rough carpentry, bridge and gabion repairs, brick and block laying and sewer work
- Acting as a traffic controller
- Perform general custodial duties
- Perform general cleaning, litter and garbage removal in the CBD
- Work in accordance with the City of Oshawa's Safe Work Standards and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Perform various duties related to Summer and Winter Control/Call Board activities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
Requirements:
- Physically fit and able to perform strenuous and repetitive work such as climbing, lifting and moving heavy items (80 lbs./approx. 36 kgs.), involving considerable effort, and capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner and in any weather conditions
- Capable and willing to train for internal licensing on Grade 1 equipment, such as selfpropelled Litter Vacuum at the City's convenience, based on normal operational requirements in the CBD
- Capable and willing to train for internal licensing on Grade 2 equipment or higher, at the City's convenience and in accordance with seniority, based on operational requirements
- Possession of a valid Ontario Class "DZ" Driver's Licence, and able to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation
- Certified in First-Aid and CPR is required
- Previous experience in road construction or maintenance, concrete finishing, asphalt raking, sewer repairs and rough carpentry is considered an asset
- Basic reading, writing and oral communication skills
- Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions which deal with standardized situations
- Able to complete forms and records relevant to the job
- Good interpersonal skills; common sense and courtesy to deal with the general public and to discuss routine information with colleagues
- Neat in appearance
- The job requires you to work scheduled evening, night and weekend shifts in accordance with Article 11.05(c) and Appendix E (CBD manual cleanup) of the CUPE Local #250 Collective Agreement
- Must serve on the Summer and Winter Call Boards
We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file.
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