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Labourer, Operations and Trades Support

Requisition ID: 3524
Affiliation: CUPE Municipal
Position Type: Temporary Full Time
Fixed Term Duration: Approximately six (6) months
Number of Openings: 6
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift/Work Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts 
Division/ Department: Public Works, Underground Services
Job Location: Fort McMurray
Pay Level: PL6
Rate: $ 42.36
COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480
Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 03/05/2025
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 11/05/2025
Posting Type: Internal and External

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

 

Under general supervision, the Labourer, Operations and Trades Support performs manual labour duties involved in the maintenance of a variety of municipal facilities and/or utility infrastructure (water and wastewater). Tasks include, but are not limited to, cleaning and maintaining all assigned areas and facilities, operating a variety of small equipment and hand/power tools of a limited-skill nature, and performing other general labourer duties within the assigned branch (i.e., Facilities, Maintenance, Water Treatment, Wastewater, Underground Services). 

 

The incumbent receives verbal and written instructions from a Supervisor, Foreman, or designate and work is monitored or checked in progress and upon completion to ensure that instructions are properly carried out and meet set standards. 

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Perform general labourer duties in assigned branch and remain flexible to respond to the immediate needs of the area to increase overall effectiveness of operations.
  • Operate assigned equipment and light motorized vehicles, including but not limited to, bucket trucks, snowplow, overhead cranes, forklifts, trailer towing, elevated work platforms, dewatering pump operation, and skid steers.
  • Maintain assigned areas, which may include changing garbage, shoveling snow, sweeping, mowing grass, painting, sand bagging, and using various tools and equipment.
  • Load, unload, pick up, and deliver material and supplies from various locations across the Municipality. 
  • Fill in ditches and trenches, as required.
  • Maintain daily records, inventory of safety equipment, and order parts/supplies as required.
  • Maintain daily operation equipment log, detailing condition of equipment.
  • Respond to call outs and emergencies, or participate in rotational standby, as required to support the operation. 
  • Provide written notes and feedback on work orders or other forms of communication.
  • Complete training on equipment and participate in the RMWB training program as required by operations. 
  • Complete field level hazard assessments (FLHAs) and incident reports as required. 
  • Assist certified operators and perform general labour tasks related to the preventative and corrective maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. 
  • Operate equipment used in the maintenance and repair of the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
  • Place barricades, signs, and traffic cones around work sites and direct traffic. 
  • Assist with confined space entry monitoring, gas detection, rescue, and other related tasks as required.
  • Participate in rotational standby for after-hours requirements. 
  • Perform all other related duties as required.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

  • Ability to understand and execute written and verbal directions.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of occupational hazards, signage, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and applicable safety precautions as per municipal and industry standards. 
  • Ability to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse range of people, using judgement, and tact, sometimes in conflict situations.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and productively with co-workers and actively contributes to team activities.
  • Ability to multi-task, organize work, set priorities, and achieve work related objectives and goals.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must be able to listen attentively and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to perform manual labour for extended periods of time under various weather conditions.
  • General math, numeracy, and reading skills.

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • One (1) year of related labourer experience is required, including experience working in a multi-trade work environment. 
  • Industrial training in Confined Space, Safe Work Permitting or H2S awareness considered an asset. 
  • Mechanical aptitude and previous maintenance experience is an asset.

 

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Ability to provide a Criminal Record Check. 
  • A valid Class Five (5) Operator’s License is required. 
  • A valid Class Three (3) Operator’s License is an asset.
  • Q-endorsement (Air Brakes) is an asset.
  • Ability to provide a 5-year commercial Driver’s abstract for review and acceptance.
  • Must be willing to work outside in all conditions. 
  • Immunizations are strongly recommended for work in unsanitary conditions.
  • Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.
  • Ability to work on-call and on a rotating shift that includes holidays, evening/night shift, and weekends.

 

 

SAFETY:

 

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.
 

To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca
Current employees must apply through the internal careers site. 
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals
selected for interviews will be contacted.  Late applications will not be accepted.

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