2026-18

SKILLED LABOURER II – PUBLIC WORKS (1 vacancy) Reporting to: Public Works Supervisor

Department: Public Works

Classification: PERMANENT Full Time; Unionized

Salary Range: $34.06/hour as per Schedule “A”

Hours of Work: 3:30pm - 11:30pm

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. March 20, 2026 Responsibilities: All duties and responsibilities of a Skilled Labourer, with the addition of:

• Operates a street sweeper:

• Systematically cleans City streets ensuring gutters are clear. Sweeping operation includes:

• Filling the water tanks,

• Emptying debris from sweeper,

• Manually picking up debris too large for the sweeper pipes

• Performs daily maintenance and inspection of the street sweeper including:

• Pre use inspection of the unit including adding or topping up fluid leaves, routine greasing and fueling,

• Regularly cleans the sweeper, including air pipes and screens to prevent clogging,

• Constructs and installs brooms as required

• Operates backhoe independently and with a crew for:

• Sewer and catch basin installation and repair,

• Sidewalk, curb and asphalt removal,

• Utility cut restorations including sewer and water cuts

• Load concrete sidewalk, curb and asphalt onto trucks keeping separate when necessary,

• Post hole digging and removal,

• Clean ditches and remove debris from culverts,

• Uses various attachments including breaker and packer

• Operates the front-end loader with attachments such as but not limited to:

• Loader mounted snow blower,

• Loader mounted snowplow and wing,

• Recycling building trailer compactor to load recycling trailers

• Operates a truck mounted plow and wing for winter control

• Operates triaxle roll off truck in coordination with the HHW assistant supervisor

• For off shift employees. Takes lead when assigned to Vactor truck and oversees the work of single skilled labourer. Leads and directs personnel to perform duties / tasks in a safe, timely, and efficient manner

• Locks up buildings at the end of shift

• Performs other duties as assigned from time to time

• Works with minimal supervision

• Carries mobile phone while on shift when assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent as deemed by the Corporation,
• Valid Class "DZ" Driver's License and good driving history,
• Experience operating heavy machinery and heavy trucks,
• Standard First Aid/CPR certification,
• Excellent physical condition,
• Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Subject to working in all weather conditions.
• Works in dirty conditions and is required to do heavy lifting
• Subject to shift work and overtime as required.

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today! We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Please note: Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting hr@cityofwoodstock.ca. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act , personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check and reference checks as well as proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at https://cityofwoodstock.applytojob.com/ . We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Artificial intelligence tools may be used to help recruiters identify potential candidates on external platforms. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

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