Maintenance Labourer

Department: Public Works

Reports To: Site Supervisor

Location: Strathlorne, NS

Position: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Labourer plays a key role in supporting the maintenance and repair of municipal infrastructure, with a primary focus on water and sewer systems. This position involves physical work and requires agility to perform a variety of manual tasks in diverse weather conditions, and travel to multiple sites.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety, teamwork, and high-quality performance. Occasional emergency response outside of regular working hours, including evenings and weekends, is expected.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of municipal water and wastewater distribution systems, including manholes, valves, hydrants, and service connections.

• Support sewer and water hook-ups, shutoff repairs, and valve maintenance.

• Participate in daily pre-work job assessments and toolbox talks.

• Assist with traffic control setup and safety reviews prior to maintenance or repair work.

• Perform manual tasks such as shoveling, digging, and backfilling as required.

• Assist with organizing the inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment, and maintain cleanliness and organization of the service bay and work areas.

• Perform asphalt cuts, sidewalk repairs, and restoration of work sites following infrastructure repairs.

• Assist with sidewalk snow removal, including shoveling, plowing, and salting during winter months.

• Support the Buildings and Grounds team on related tasks when needed.

• Participate in safety, operational, and training meetings.

• Operate assigned municipal vehicles with GPS systems and regularly verify that the system is functioning correctly, reporting any issues promptly.

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and management to promote a safe and positive workplace culture, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that advance operational efficiency and service quality.

• Maintain courteous and positive public relations with residents of the community, representatives of organizations, and visitors.

• Respond to emergency infrastructure maintenance needs, including water main breaks and sewer backups.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience in municipal sewer and water system repair and installation.
• Familiarity with road construction and utility work is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to a safe work culture, incorporating safe work practices in daily activities, and attending training as required.
• Ability to execute verbal and written instructions, work independently or as part of a collaborative team, and demonstrate accountability, sound judgment, and initiative while maintaining required records.
• Comfortable utilizing maintenance and landscaping equipment or hand tools.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality with respect to all matters pertaining to the municipality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED); post-secondary training in a related trade considered an asset.

• Experience in a related field; municipal or public service experience considered an asset; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Heavy Equipment Operator Certification or experience considered an asset.

• Valid class 5 driver’s licence with clean driver’s abstract.

• Valid certification or willingness to obtain:

• Standard First Aid

• WHMIS

• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

• Working from Heights and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)

• Traffic Control Person and Signer

• Confined Space Entry

• Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations

SAFETY:

The Municipality is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. The Infrastructure Maintenance Labourer is expected to:

• Ensure all policies and procedures set forth by the Municipality of the County of Inverness are always observed.

• Report all work situations which are suspected of being unhealthy or unsafe.

• Report any employee whose on-the-job performance or actions contravenes established safety procedures or work practices.

• Report all near-misses and incidents

• Report related injuries or property damage regardless of severity.

• Submit reports on accidents and other hazardous conditions discovered and promptly attend to all hazardous situations.

• Participate in site inspections and assist with the implementation of corrective actions as required.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the Municipality.

At the Municipality of the County of Inverness, we are dedicated to building a workplace that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and communities to apply.

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