Brick Layer - Victoria, Canada - City of Victoria

City of Victoria

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Victoria, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Competition #23/125

Internal/External Posting

Closing date:
May 25, 2023

Brick Layer / Mason (Continuous)

Engineering & Public Works Department:

POSITION FUNCTION

KEY DUTIES
Participate as a brick layer involved in the construction and repair of brick sidewalks and
structures; perform related caulking, grouting, cutting, jointing and the necessary mixing
procedures; construct required foundation work such as footing; perform cleaning functions and
related work as required.

Operate various hand and power equipment such as shovels, jackhammers, and concrete saws to prepare sites for concrete work such as sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and driveways etc.; read and interpret engineering plans and grade sheets to determine the location of underground services and utilities; act as pad-man to direct the operation of various construction and excavation equipment; operate Bobcat type loaders as required.

Construct wooden forms to grades and alignments established from grade sheets and control points; set metal pins and arms to control the alignment of the curb extruder.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned basis and reviewed by site supervisor.
Issues involving deviations from trade procedures and major expenditures are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Build forms, place, and finish concrete, repair rock and brick/paver structures. (frequent)
Operate jackhammers, cut-off saws, plate tampers and compactors. (occasional)

Mental Effort:

Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Normal.

Work Environment:

Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)
Exposure to equipment noise. (often)
Work on construction sites. (continuous)
Work in moving traffic. (occasional)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Operate various power equipment and hand tools.
Understand and discuss job related matters.
Read and interpret engineering drawings and grade sheets.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
High school graduation
Current and valid B. C. Certificate of Trades Qualification as a Brick Layer/Mason (3 years).
Current and valid class 5 B.C. Driver's licence.

Experience:

3 years of related experience.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Work schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm, 40 hour work week

$36.55 per hour, Pay Grade 9 (Under Review)

Job Code #635

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position
At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years