Public Works Utility Iii - Chilliwack, Canada - City of Chilliwack

City of Chilliwack

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Chilliwack, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Public Works Utility III:

(Full-Time)

Public Works and Parks Operations Department

Overview

The City of Chilliwack Public Works and Parks Operations Department - Public Works Division requires a Public Works Utility III - downtown maintenance to assist the Public Works Supervisor III, through reliable performance of general sanitation duties downtown Chilliwack.

The incumbent in this position will be responsible for maintaining the litter control, graffiti removal, and general maintenance of the downtown.

Are you the one we're looking for?

Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor II and III, you will:Assist management in the efficient operation in the Department through reliable performance in operation performing:

In order for you to succeed in this role, you will need to have the following requirements and skills:

Able to operate assigned equipment skillfully and in accordance with acceptable practices.
Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment related to sanitation and public space clean up.
Able to communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, property owners and the public;
Work effectively and efficiently with mínimal supervision;
Inspect and organize the clean up of designated downtown and surrounding areas.
Able to recognize workplace hazards related to equipment operation within a variety of public works projects.
Work closely with the Parks and Bylaw departments, the RCMP and the public and the private sector to ensure quality departmental services are provided.

Duties

Performs public space disorder cleanup, which includes encampment, illegal dumping and abandoned items collection and cleanup, and removal of human and animal waste, graffiti removal, pressure washing, fence repair
Services public space sanitation receptacles, bus shelters, Tunnels and other surface assets, roads, pedestrian corridors, or pedestrianrelated facilities, including monitoring and evaluating condition, making minor repairs and recommending major repairs.
Operates various sanitation and public space cleaning equipment, performing required inspections and ensuring equipment is maintained in a safe, sanitary condition.
Performs other duties as required.
Report any damaged street of bus stop garbage cans
Report any broken glass and other damaged bus shelters
Preform minor repairs to all street and bus garbage cans

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the refuse collection and public space sanitation.
Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment related to sanitation and public space clean up.
Ability to communicate with courtesy and tact in obtaining and/or handing out data or information.
Ability to complete records, and comprehend and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to prioritize scheduled and assigned work, adjusting daily priorities to meet department commitments and daily assigned objectives.
Ability to work independently.

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Training and experience required

Completion of Grade 12 and a minimum of 3 months' related experience.
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with Air Endorsement.

How to Apply:

Job Title:
Public Works Utility III (Full Time)

Competition Number:2024-51

Closing Date:
March 26, 2024

Pay Rate:
$33.71 per hour

Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 1 to less than 7 months