Seasonal Labourer - Roads
About the role
Posting Id
3124
Department
Community Services
Division
Public Works Operations
Section
Roads Operations
Job Grade
CUPE Grade 10
Rate of Pay
$27.11 - $27.39 Hourly
Job Type
Temporary Full Time- Contract
Shift Time
Thursday to Monday 3:30pm to 12:00am
Contract Date
October 14th 2025 to May 1st, 2026
Employee Group
CUPE
Replacement/New Position
New Hire
Posting Type
Internal and External
Posting Date
09/19/2025
Application Deadline
09/26/2025
Position Summary
Reporting to the Supervisor, Roads and Traffic, the Seasonal Laborer - Roads is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City Road infrastructure. You will have sound knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used for several functions including road, sidewalk, boulevard, and stormwater management facility maintenance work.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintenance of roadway surface (potholes using hot or cold mix asphalt)
- Winter Road Patrol Duties as per the Minimum Maintenance Standards
- Winter experience with plowing and salting is an asset
- Traffic control experience is an asset
- Sod and/or boulevard repairs where required
- Removal of garbage and debris where required
- Illegal sign removals
- Maintenance and completion of legible records and work orders
- Investigating and assisting with follow-ups to public enquiries
- Cleaning, washing and fueling of equipment as required
- Any and all other duties as assigned
- All duties must be performed in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and City policies, procedures and practices
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma, or equivalent
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification
- One year experience in a related position would be an asset
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Ontario Class "G" driver license in good standing and upon employment must provide a satisfactory current Ontario drivers abstract from the MTO
- Ontario Class "DZ" driver license in good standing and upon employment must provide a satisfactory current Ontario drivers abstract from the MTO is an asset
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
- Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively
- Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
- Ability to effectively work under pressure and handle different situations
- Physically capable of performing duties under adverse weather conditions
- Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
- Shows commitment to personal growth and development
- Work effectively and contribute to a Team First environment
- Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, respect, and trust
Leadership Competencies
-
Demonstrates personal leadership
-
Builds people and culture
-
Cultivates open communication
-
Shapes the future
-
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
About City of Richmond Hill
With a population of more than 202,000 residents and 5,000 businesses, Richmond Hill is one of Canada’s most desirable and growing communities. Recognized by the Conference Board of Canada with an ‘A’ grade as an attractive community, it is one of six Canadian municipalities to receive this ranking and the only suburban and GTA municipality to do so. Safe, clean and committed to managed growth, its culture is welcoming and diverse, and values environmental sustainability. Dedicated to providing exceptional public service to its community, Richmond Hill’s municipal government serves a distinctive, dynamic and active town with a rich history and a friendly, down-to-earth character. Richmond Hill’s vision, “Where people come together to build our community,” builds on its past and recognizes the continued importance of partnership between the municipal government and the community it serves.
Seasonal Labourer - Roads
About the role
Posting Id
3124
Department
Community Services
Division
Public Works Operations
Section
Roads Operations
Job Grade
CUPE Grade 10
Rate of Pay
$27.11 - $27.39 Hourly
Job Type
Temporary Full Time- Contract
Shift Time
Thursday to Monday 3:30pm to 12:00am
Contract Date
October 14th 2025 to May 1st, 2026
Employee Group
CUPE
Replacement/New Position
New Hire
Posting Type
Internal and External
Posting Date
09/19/2025
Application Deadline
09/26/2025
Position Summary
Reporting to the Supervisor, Roads and Traffic, the Seasonal Laborer - Roads is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City Road infrastructure. You will have sound knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used for several functions including road, sidewalk, boulevard, and stormwater management facility maintenance work.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintenance of roadway surface (potholes using hot or cold mix asphalt)
- Winter Road Patrol Duties as per the Minimum Maintenance Standards
- Winter experience with plowing and salting is an asset
- Traffic control experience is an asset
- Sod and/or boulevard repairs where required
- Removal of garbage and debris where required
- Illegal sign removals
- Maintenance and completion of legible records and work orders
- Investigating and assisting with follow-ups to public enquiries
- Cleaning, washing and fueling of equipment as required
- Any and all other duties as assigned
- All duties must be performed in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and City policies, procedures and practices
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma, or equivalent
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification
- One year experience in a related position would be an asset
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Ontario Class "G" driver license in good standing and upon employment must provide a satisfactory current Ontario drivers abstract from the MTO
- Ontario Class "DZ" driver license in good standing and upon employment must provide a satisfactory current Ontario drivers abstract from the MTO is an asset
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
- Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively
- Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
- Ability to effectively work under pressure and handle different situations
- Physically capable of performing duties under adverse weather conditions
- Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
- Shows commitment to personal growth and development
- Work effectively and contribute to a Team First environment
- Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, respect, and trust
Leadership Competencies
-
Demonstrates personal leadership
-
Builds people and culture
-
Cultivates open communication
-
Shapes the future
-
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
About City of Richmond Hill
With a population of more than 202,000 residents and 5,000 businesses, Richmond Hill is one of Canada’s most desirable and growing communities. Recognized by the Conference Board of Canada with an ‘A’ grade as an attractive community, it is one of six Canadian municipalities to receive this ranking and the only suburban and GTA municipality to do so. Safe, clean and committed to managed growth, its culture is welcoming and diverse, and values environmental sustainability. Dedicated to providing exceptional public service to its community, Richmond Hill’s municipal government serves a distinctive, dynamic and active town with a rich history and a friendly, down-to-earth character. Richmond Hill’s vision, “Where people come together to build our community,” builds on its past and recognizes the continued importance of partnership between the municipal government and the community it serves.