Labourers - 2 Full-Time Positions (202632) (Halton Hills)

Directed by Public Works Supervisory staff, the successful applicants for this full-time position will perform maintenance activities professionally and efficiently on a variety of Town assets within Town road allowances, parks, cemeteries, drainage systems, and parking lots. Accountabilities: Following prescribed methods and established procedures for the maintenance of roads, shoulders, gravel surfaces, bridges, culverts, trees, boulevards, ditches, storm sewer systems, concrete sidewalks, interlocking paving stones, concrete curbs, and traffic control devices, etc. Following prescribed methods and established procedures for the maintenance of parks and cemeteries, sport fields, turf, flower/shrub beds, splash pads, playgrounds, irrigation systems, and related features and grass cutting Safely operating and maintaining all-wheel drive front-end loader with computerized load weighing system, wood chipper, single axle vehicles and tractors with attachments, including broom and mower Operating and maintaining atandem or single axle snowplow trucks with computerized material spreading devices Operating a 4x4 pick-up truck with a snowplow and tractors with attachments, including plow and sander Safely and efficiently clearing snow from roads, cul-de-sacs, cemeteries, sidewalks and parking lots, completing all winter control activities to Town standards Competently performing all flag person activities in accordance with traffic safety regulations Operating hand and power tools safely and productively to complete maintenance activities Providing excellent quality customer service to staff, outside agencies and the public Interacting positively at all times, both with staff and the public Maintaining a teamwork approach to all operations Performing other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications: A Secondary School Diploma or equivalent education and experience Physical ability to meet the requirements of public works activities daily, including being able to lift 20 kilograms consistently Knowledge of the Town of Halton Hills road systems, parks, and facilities Experience in winter control operations Positive communication skills, including written, verbal and listening Knowledge of the proper usage of all personal protective equipment Municipal work experience and chainsaw certification are considered assets General understanding of turf grass and horticultural practices, experience in park and/or cemetery maintenance Knowledge of splash pad, playground and irrigation systems maintenance and inspection practices is considered an asset Valid Ontario class D license with Z endorsement and ability to provide a current and acceptable drivers abstract A diploma/degree in a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution is considered an asset Certified Playground Inspector Certification is considered an asset Specialized courses from Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (ORFA), Ontario Good Roads Association (OGRA) or similar institutions are considered an asset Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Must be prepared to work shifts, be on standby, and work overtime as required, including weekends and holidays. Compensation: $29.08 Full-time Labourer classification, after successful completion of a 4-month probation period as specified in the Collective Agreement between the Town of Halton Hills and C.U.P.E. Local 73. Position Details: This posting is for two existing vacancies. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2ohcni