Public works labourer
Town of Wolfville based in Wolfville, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Public works labourer. Town of Wolfville offers a diverse range of community events, recreational activities, and educational opportunities for residents and visitors. Town of Wolfville provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals and families. Town of Wolfville plays a significant role in promoting local businesses, supporting the arts, and preserving the town’s historical charm, contributing to the overall quality of life in Wolfville and enriching the cultural fabric of the region. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Town of Wolfville
Position: Public works labourer
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $26.05 hourly for 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Wolfville, NS
Shifts: Day, Overtime, On Call, 08:00 to 16:00
Transportation information: Valid driver’s license
Work setting: Municipal government
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 7 months
Truck or equipment experience: Snowplough
Security and safety: Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract)
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be comfortable working at heights in dusty, hot, noisy, and odorous environments. They should be accustomed to working outdoors, even in wet or damp conditions
- The candidates should be comfortable with tasks that involve bending, crouching, and kneeling, as well as a combination of sitting, standing, and walking. The candidates should be physically demanding
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should exhibit dependability, excellent oral communication, strong judgment, and effective teamwork skills
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to clean and maintain sidewalks, streets, roads, and public grounds
- The candidates should be able to spread sand or salt on sidewalks for snow or ice control
- The candidates should be able to dig ditches and trenches
- The candidates should be able to operate various equipment and machinery
- The candidates should be able to assist equipment operators to secure attachments to equipment or a truck
- The candidates should be able to load and unload trucks with supplies and equipment
- The candidates should be able to shovel cement and other materials into cement mixers, spread concrete and asphalt on road surfaces using shovels, rakes, and hand tampers
- The candidates should be able to sweep debris and remove snow from streets, sidewalks, building grounds, and other areas, and load snow and debris into carts or trucks
- The candidates should be able to ensure appropriate business/commercial licenses are in place
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, health care plan, vision care benefits, and other benefits as per collective agreement
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and cover letter) through the below-mentioned details
By email
kouterleys@wolfville.ca
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!