Public Works Skilled Labourer (Enviro Depot)

SKILLED LABOURER (ENVIRO DEPOT) – PUBLIC WORKS

Reporting to: Public Works Supervisor
Department: Public Works
Classification: PERMANENT Full Time; Unionized
Salary Range: $29.57/hour as per Schedule “A”
Hours of Work: Hours of work will be assigned and may include evenings and Saturdays
Starting Date: June, 2024
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. May 17, 2024

Why City of Woodstock?
Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education and healthcare and convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city’s many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.

When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Other great benefits to working at the City of Woodstock:

• Join a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers,
• Competitive Wages,
• Option to join a Defined Contribution Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions (9%) are matched by the City,
• Training opportunities to support you in this role,
• And a great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference, just to name a few.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs various manual labour duties such as, but not limited to:

1.  
   1.   Works on the asphalt crew:
      • Sets up traffic control,
      • Assists in performing crack sealing activities,
      • Shovels and rakes asphalt,
      • Operates asphalt roller, paver, tack coat sprayer and mini recycler,
      • Sweeps up loose asphalt,
      • Operates self-propelled road saw.
   2. Works on the concrete crew:
      • Sets up traffic control measures,
      • Follows safe excavation practices for the removal of existing concrete,
      • Constructs and installs wooden concrete forms,
      • Shovels gravel, places and finishes concrete,
      • Operates a self-propelled road saw.
   3. Assists Vactor Truck Operator with routine flushing and cleaning catch basins.
   4. Works on the sewer crew:
      • Performs sewer repairs to sanitary and storm sewer systems,
      • Follows safe excavation practices,
      • Sets up traffic control measures,
      • Sets pipes to grade and backfill trenches using proper construction techniques.
   5. Repairs manholes and catch basins:
      • Enters manholes using safety equipment and following confined space entry procedure,
      • Follows safe excavation practices,
      • Sets frames and grates to grade,
      • Sets up traffic control measures.
   6. Clears debris from roadways:
      • Operates a woodchipper,
      • Operates a chain saw.
   7. Operates a trackless with various attachments such as: leaf loader, snow blower, sidewalk plow, boom flail mower, front flail mower, salter, and sweeper.
   8. Operates the tow motor.
   9. Drives a single axle or tandem axle dump truck to haul materials to various job sites.
   10. Applies cold patch to roads needing repairs and reports work completed to the Supervisor.
   11. Performs winter control duties, such as but not inclusive of:
       • Shovels snow from City properties and walkways.
       • Operates snowplow/underbody plow on a route while following standard operating procedures,
       • Operates a salt truck on a route while following standard operating procedures,
       • Operates a trackless on a route.
   12. Works at the Bulk Item and HHW Depot:
       • Assists and directs members of the public to the appropriate locations for waste disposal,
       • Answers questions related to waste management,
       • Safely handles and prepares Household Hazardous Waste for safe storage and shipping,
       • Keeps the site clean and maintained.
   13. Oversees/supervises the work of contract recyclers on a recycling route.
   14. Performs traffic maintenance duties:
       • Sets up traffic control measures,
       • Fixes or replaces traffic signs,
       • Paints pavement markings.
   15. Performs other duties as required, such as, but not inclusive of:
       • Acts as a mechanics helper,
       • Paints and cleans equipment,
       • Washing, fueling and general equipment maintenance,
       • Perform annual sewer inspections,
       • Perform annual sign inspections.
   16. Works under close supervision.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent and/or relevant experience will be considered.
• Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s License and good driving history.
• Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience operating a wide variety of heavy equipment is an asset.
• Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Subject to working in all weather conditions. 
• Works in dirty conditions and is required to do heavy lifting.
• Subject to shift work and overtime as required.

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results.

In accordance with the  Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting hr@cityofwoodstock.ca. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

The Corporation of the City of Woodstock does not require proof of vaccination status.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check, employment, and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Resumes and cover letters will be received online at http://careers.cityofwoodstock.ca