Labourer II / Truck Driver III - MIS / MIO

Edmonton, AB
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

Join the City Operations team within Parks and Roads Services and take on a critical dual classification role as a Labourer 2/Truck Driver 3. This position is vital to maintaining our city's essential infrastructure year-round. In the summer, you will focus on skilled and unskilled manual labour, supporting programs like Asphalt Road, Sidewalk, and Paving Operations. During the winter, you will primarily function as a Truck Driver 3, leading efforts in District Snow and Ice Control to keep our roads safe and accessible.This unique position balances heavy manual labour and skilled equipment operation to support the Mobility Infrastructure Services section. As a Labourer 2, you will be on the front lines performing asphalt repair and concrete work. As a Truck Driver 3, you will operate tandem dual axle trucks exceeding 13,000 kg gross weight. Successful candidates must demonstrate constant physical effort, operate safely in extreme temperatures, and uphold our core values of professional conduct and asset care.What will you do?Labourer II Summer Activities:

Perform skilled and unskilled manual work using hand tools like shovels, rakes, and tampers, as well as power tools
Conduct pothole repair, asphalt patching, cold mix repair, and hot crack sealing, which involves handling extremely hot asphalt and asphaltic cement
Help with completing concrete repairs, sidewalk washing/sweeping, and operating light delivery vehicles for transporting materials
Perform other related duties as required

Truck Driver III Winter Activities:

Operate a tandem or single axle sand/plow truck for snow and ice control, including the use of underbody and front-mount plows
Participate in Spring Clean up Operations
Perform routine maintenance, including cleaning the truck box/sander and executing box and sander changeovers
Perform other related work as assigned

Safety and Accountability:

Adhere strictly to safety procedures, wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and immediately report all incidents or unsafe conditions
Review and comply with Hazard Assessments (HA), Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRA), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Contribute to a safe workplace and, when required, mentor or train fellow employees on proper safety and equipment usage
Complete accurate and timely paperwork, including vehicle inspections and defect sheets
Report to work on time and follow proper reporting procedures
Communicate effectively and respectfully with supervisors and coworkers using two-way radios or cell phones

Qualifications

Completion of the tenth (10th) school grade
One (1) year of experience operating tandem or single axle sand/plow
City Of Edmonton D permit passed
City of Edmonton Sander/Plow Trained and Passed

Skills required for success:

Help ensure safe road and sidewalk access for community members
Engage with the public in a helpful, respectful, and courteous manner while performing duties
Perform work that directly impacts the quality and accessibility of City infrastructure used by people daily
Ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner
Ability to detect minor defects in the equipment used
Work alongside crew members, attending morning meetings/toolbox talks
Provide mentoring and assist with training new staff members
Properly use two-way radios or cell phones to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors
Complete all tasks required for thorough vehicle inspections and blade changes
Previous experience operating equipment and performing tasks related to asphalt, concrete, and snow removal
Familiarity with interpreting and understanding Snow and Ice Control (SNIC) routing maps
Basic computer skills (email, Google applications, and data entry)
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (

) * Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

Valid Alberta Class 3 driver's licence with Q endorsement (air brakes) (or provincial equivalent)
Maintaining a City Driver's D permit is a requirement of this position
Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toe boots, gloves, goggles, sunscreen and coveralls
Possession of current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications

Work Environment:

The role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and terrains
This role works primarily in an outdoor setting
Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, poor air quality, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, animals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur
This role requires completion of repetitive and strenuous tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting items up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, reaching, using feet/hand control requiring physical stamina and resilience
Working at heights
Weekend and Night work Mandatory
Ability to work 12 hr Rotating Shift (winter)
Ability to Work 10 hr days (Summer)
Placement will be based on operational need, city-wide

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits .Up to 2 permanent full-time positionThis requisition is open to internal candidates only.Hours of Work:

40 hours per week (summer)
80 hours per pay period (winter, averaged)

Salary Range:

Labourer II: $34.209 (Hourly); $71,428.39 (Annually)
Truck Driver III: $34.987 (Hourly); $73,052.86 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: PO/SOEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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