Full-Time Labourer in Fort McMurray
Job Description
About Us
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (which includes Fort McMurray and nine other communities) is a key economic growth engine for both the province of Alberta and for Canada. Ranking among the largest municipalities in North America by area, the Municipality is a vibrant, diverse and progressive region nestled amid a wonderland of pristine boreal forest and breathtaking northern lights.
Growth in the oil sands has made the region’s economy one of the strongest in Canada, rich in natural resources and endless possibilities. With our population expected to increase significantly over the next two decades, there is unprecedented opportunity for accelerated advancement and prosperity. Job Description
Position Type/ Hours:
This is a temporary full-time position working an eighty-four (84) hours rotational shift for approximately six (6) months within the Underground Services Branch of the Environmental Services Department. These positions are within the CUPE 1505 Bargaining Unit and are located in the community of Fort McMurray, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo’s urban centre.
Position Description:
Perform manual labourer duties; clean and maintain all assigned areas/facilities, operate a variety of equipment and perform general labour tasks in assigned department. Remain flexible to respond to the immediate needs of your area to increase overall effectiveness of operations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Maintain assigned areas using various small hand and power tools and equipment.
· Operate assigned equipment and light motorized vehicles such as small engine equipment, lawn tractors, implements, pick-up trucks, litter control equipment, and skid steers.
· Load, unload and deliver material and supplies.
· Perform clean up and minor maintenance duties in assigned facilities and grounds, in all weather conditions.
· Provide assistance to other departments when required.
· Erect street signs.
· Dig holes and trenches.
· Direct traffic during street construction projects.
· Manually sweep sidewalks.
· Ability to work shifts and weekends.
· Perform all other related duties as required.
· High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
· Minimum of one (1) year related labourer experience is required.
You will possess the following:
· Must have a valid Alberta Class five (5) driver’s licence
· A valid Alberta Class three (3) driver’s license is an asset.
· Must communicate effectively and understand instructions and safety procedures.
· Must be able to demonstrate dependability and reliability.
· Ability to perform heavy manual labour for extended durations of time in all weather conditions.
· Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
· Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of this position on an ongoing basis.
· Must be willing to work in unsanitary conditions (Immunizations strongly recommended).
Pay Level:
PL 6
Salary Range:
$36.15 (Temporary Rate)
In addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:
– an additional bi-weekly payment of $480 which represents a cost of living allowance
Requisition Number:
004771
Closing Date:
April 24, 2016 at 11:59 PM
Posting Type:
Internal & External (Posted: April 15, 2016 Original CUPE 1505 Closing Date: April 24, 2016)
To apply: Please visit our website at www.rmwb.ca
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals
selected for interviews will be contacted.
Late applications will not be accepted.
How to Apply
For details on how to apply, please visit: http://www.rmwb.caWe encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.