Public Works Labourer I - Jobs in Nobleford, AB

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POSITION TITLE: Public Works Labourer IREPORTS TO: Public Works Foreman/Public Works LeadhandJOB DESCRIPTION: The Public Works Labourer I position is required to perform daily tasks relating to the operations of the Town as directed by the Foreman/Lead hand.MNIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Standard First Aid/CPR certificate or willingness to obtain.
• WHMIS/TDG certification or willingness to obtain.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, employees and representatives of other agencies.
• Ability to respond to various tasks as requested or required.
• Ability to successfully complete general labourer duties.
• Be able to work with small hand and mechanical power tools.
• Ability to operate construction and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to lift twenty (20) kgs.
• Understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code.
• Willingness to successfully complete Basic First Aid, WHMIS Training and other training as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Waste collection (household, commercial, cardboard, grass, spring/fall clean-up, etc.).
• Maintain public signage for the Town.
• Assist in general maintenance, construction and repair of all Town infrastructure.
• Assist with snow removal and road sanding practices according to the Town’s snow removal policy.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance, repair and construction of the Town’s infrastructure including storm drainage, streets, sidewalks, signs, parks, recreation facilities and Town buildings.
• Assist the Water and Wastewater Operator in the fulfillment of their duties regarding the maintenance, construction and repair of the water distribution system and sanitary sewer system.
• Safe operation of various hand tools – both manual and powered.
• Safe operation and daily service of a variety of equipment (such as, but not limited to, mowers, trucks, etc.) as per Town Policy and Procedures.
• Have a safe working knowledge of equipment and be able to operate equipment when required.

• Required to make regular checks so that the operation, maintenance, repair and/or construction of the Town’s parks, green spaces, recreational facilities and buildings occurs.
• Operation of various pieces of equipment such as lawnmowers, weed whips, tractors, snow blowers, skid steer, single axle trucks and other Town owned equipment.
• Required to assist in the planting and maintenance of turf, grass and lawns at various Town parks, green areas and recreational facilities and grounds.
• Required to assist in the maintenance, operation and repair of irrigation systems at Town parks, green spaces, recreational facilities and grounds and to install such systems if required.

• Assist in the proper application of herbicide and pesticide spraying.
• Ability to follow safe work practices, as outlined by the Municipality, Workers Compensation Board, and other governing bodies.

• Performance of other related duties as assigned by the CAO, Public Works Foreman, or Public Works Leadhand.
• Report all misuse, vandalism, damage sustained to Town property

WAGE: $21.00/hour, $24.00/hour beginning on January 1, 2023.TERM: Full-timeHOURS: Monday to Friday; 40 hours per week.BENEFITS:

• Health Benefits
• Pension Plan
• Continuing education opportunities

HOW TO APPLY: The position will remain active until a suitable candidate is found. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter to the Town office, in-person or by email. Please address applications to:Logan Howes – Public Works ForemanTown of NoblefordBox 67 906 Highway AvenueNobleford, AB T0L 1S0Thank you for your interest, however, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviewsJob Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $21.00-$24.00 per hourBenefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

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