Temporary Labourer Jobs in London, ON (NOW HIRING)

Reporting to: Public Works Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor
Department: Public Works
Classification: Temporary Full-Time Hours (Maximum 6 months); Unionized
Salary Range: $30.72/hour as per Schedule “A”
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: OngoingWhy City of Woodstock? Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education and healthcare and convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city’s many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.
When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Responsibilities:

1. Perform various manual labour duties such as, but not limited to:
   • Work on the concrete crew,
   • Assist Vactor Truck Operator with routine flushing and cleaning catch basins,
   • Work on the sewer crew,
   • Repair manholes and catch basins,
   • Clear debris from roadways,
   • Apply cold patch to roads needing repairs and report work completed to the Supervisor,
   • Primarily complete duties of Waste Collection vehicle operator,
   • Work at the Enviro Depot,
   • Perform Winter Control Maintenance duties such as Road Plow and Sidewalk plowing activities.
2. Perform traffic maintenance duties:
   • Set up traffic control measures,
   • Fix or replace traffic signs.
3. Perform other duties as required, such as, but not inclusive of:
   • Help mechanics as needed,
   • Paint and clean equipment,
   • Wash, fuel and complete general equipment maintenance,
   • Perform annual sewer inspections,
   • All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Essential

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Class DZ Ontario Driver’s License in good standing.
• Must have or willing to obtain Standard First Aid and CPR training.
• Must be able to attend mandatory Orientation Training.
• Minimum Grade 10 or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Experience operating a wide variety of heavy equipment.
• Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation.

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, employment and proof of qualifications, will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.
The City of Woodstock does not require proof of vaccination status as a condition of employment.
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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