General Duty Workers (Labourer)

Department
Public Works
Description

Six Month Seasonal: Temporary/Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Labourer to help us with our seasonal work around town. The position will work approximately 6 months from early April to the end of September on a full-time basis at 40 hours/week. 

Reporting to the Working Foreman, the Labourer will help with various maintenance and janitorial tasks and a variety of other labour-oriented projects for the department. All work must be performed to departmental procedures, safety policies, municipal and Work Safe BC regulations and there will be many other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Your minimum qualifications and skills for this position must include:
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid British Columbia class 5 Driver’s License.
• Level 1 First Aid certification.
• Ability and commitment to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English courteously, tactfully, and diplomatically with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Physical ability to carry out assigned duties in all types of weather.
• Ability to maintain facility maintenance records.

While not mandatory, if you have these skills or experiences it will help:
• Operation of landscaping equipment.
• Experience with irrigation systems and maintenance.
• Possession of a pesticide applicators license.
• Certification as a pool operator, boiler operator, and playground inspector.
• Horticulture experience.
• WHMIS and TDG certification.
• Familiarity with turf management techniques.

The position is within the CUPE 2309 bargaining unit and paid at a rate of $27.72/hour.

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To Apply

Please forward your resume and cover letter in confidence by 2 p.m. (Mountain Time) Friday, February 14, 2025 to:

Chris Cochran, Director of Public Works
Mail: P.O. Box 350, Golden, BC V0A 1H0
In-person: 810 9th Avenue South, Golden, BC V0A 1H0
E-mail: ops@golden.ca

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications and enquiries are confidential. We reserve the right to collect direct and indirect information about any applicant selected for an interview.

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