DEPARTMENT:     Engineering Operations     STATUS:     Auxiliary
UNION:     CUPE Local 387     SALARY:     $26.35/hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

The City of New Westminster is seeking several motivated, hard-working and team oriented individuals to work in the general labour pool within Engineering Operations. As an auxiliary Labourer, you may be assigned to work within the Water, Sewers & Drainage and Streets & Sidewalks branches.

Requirements include:

Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent) supplemented by training and experience in general construction, road/sidewalk construction and sewer/water trades.
Experience in a municipal setting would be considered an asset.
Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment used in the work.
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the work.
Ability to follow the safety precautions required in the work.
Ability to effectively perform tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with crew members and other City departments.
Ability to demonstrate and provide exceptional customer service skills.
Ability to perform manual/physical labour and to work in all weather conditions.
Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License, however, preference will be given to applicants with a valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement.
The successful candidate must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check.

The successful candidates will be available to work up to 40 hours per week (which may include weekends and shift work). Work terms will be approximately 4 to 6 months in duration.