Seasonal worker – public works

The Corporation of the Township of Tay based in Victoria Harbour, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Seasonal worker – public works who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Weekend, Overtime, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: The Corporation of the Township of Tay
Position: Seasonal worker – public works
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $22.71 to $26.56 hourly (To be negotiated) / 80 hours bi-weekly
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Victoria Harbour, ON

Job Description

• The candidate will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining sidewalks, streets, roads, and public grounds.
• The candidate will be responsible for operating various equipment and machinery.
• The candidate must assist in routine maintenance and repair of equipment.
• The candidate must assist skilled tradespersons.
• The candidate will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks containing supplies and equipment.
• The candidate will be responsible for sweeping debris and removing snow from streets, sidewalks, building grounds, and other areas, as well as loading snow and debris onto carts or trucks.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
• Candidate having experience is an asset.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate should be client focused.
• The candidate should be dependable.
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
• The candidate should be a good team player.

Work site environment

• The candidate must be able to work at heights.
• The candidate must be able to work in dusty, hot, and wet/damp conditions.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.
• The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.

Work setting

• The candidate must work in municipal government.
• The candidate will be required to work in various locations.

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have experience using jackhammers and drills, mobile sidewalk cleaners, and power mowers.

Additional information

Security and safety

• The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check and driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
• The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.

Own tools/equipment

• The candidate must have their own steel-toed safety boots.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive Free parking, Other benefits, Team building opportunities, Parking facilities, and a Wellness program.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

hr@tay.ca

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Reference number- 2024-013
• Cover letter