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Public works general labourer responsibilities include:
* Assisting in waste collection- residential and commercial zones, painting and repairs, landfill site,
* Compost pick up and distribution/ processing.
* Assisting in maintenance, repairs, construction of roads
* Assisting with asphalt repair, pothole repair, graveling, traffic marking, traffic control, dust control application
* Signage and barricade installation/ maintenance
* Assist with maintenance and repair of town owned facilities
* Cleaning and janitorial duties of Public Works bldg-office, storage rooms, main shop, washrooms, kennels, washrooms and staff room.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
Specific Skills
- Operate various equipment and machinery
- Load and unload trucks with supplies and equipment
- Dig ditches and trenches
- Collect and load refuse on garbage trucks
- Clean and maintain sidewalks, streets, roads and public grounds
- Assist in routine maintenance and repair of equipment
Work Setting
- Municipal government
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)