Part-Time Labourer Position Available

Perform interior and exterior cleaning and maintenance of municipal buildings and facilities; direct and provide oversight in the disposal of waste in proper areas of landfill in the Municipality; assist in parks, arena facility and roads department as needed.

Depending on Department, some duties may not apply

• Perform interior maintenance functions, including clean and polish windows mirrors and glass doors, wash, wax or vacuum floors, clean and dust washrooms, dressing rooms, offices, walls and baseboards.
• Perform small repairs of equipment (i.e. vacuum, mop, hand tools, etc.).
• Maintain emergency lights.
• Assist with the storage of materials and assist in room set-ups in the facilities for meetings, and various public functions.
• Perform minor mechanical and plumbing repairs, minor construction/carpentry projects and repairs to municipal buildings and property, including occasional painting, as required.
• Perform external maintenance function, including snow removal from entrances and sidewalks in winter, salt walkways; sweep sand and collect garbage at entrances, parking lots and related grounds.
• Snow removal from parking lots.
• Report serious property or equipment damage requiring repair to appropriate department head.

• Directs the public as to where waste is to be deposited within the landfill site area in an orderly and safe manner.
• Provides prompt and efficient customer service.
• Operate the landfill site in accordance with the Environmental Compliance Certificate issued by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation, and Parks and the Annual Report.
• Follow applicable SOP’s regarding the disposal and handling of hazardous materials according to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks.
• Keep accurate and consistent records/reports of incoming loads, monies received, log summaries, collect tipping fees, and issue receipts.
• Collect tipping fees and issue receipts.
• Inspect the site by completing a walkthrough daily, weekly and monthly to ensure public safety and regulatory compliance.
• Burn brush according to the Environmental Compliance Certificate and clean up burn area, making sure the area is clear of fire or heat when the burn is completed.
• Move large objects to appropriate location (fridges, stoves, furniture) using truck or manual labour. • Remove snow and/or other debris (nails, garbage) from entrances, loading dock and roads within the landfill site. • Perform minor repairs to loading docks as required.
• Cleans litter from the landfill premises and around recycling bins, fence and gate areas on a daily basis. • Responds to landfill sited related enquiries by telephone and in person i.e. tipping fee costs, hours, etc. • Lock and unlock gates to the site and ensure that site is secure.
• Performs winter maintenance including snow clearing and landscaping duties as required.
• Works in a safe manner that is in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and policies and procedures of the Municipality.
• Participates in landfill related training (health and safety, etc.).
• Reports injuries, hazards, and equipment defects.
• Performs duties in a way that conveys a "positive image" of the Municipality of Highlands East.
• Related duties as assigned.

• Mow and trim grass, cut trees, clear brush and maintain ball diamonds, tennis courts and cemetery property.
• Operate, maintain, and inspect various parks equipment.
• Maintain grounds and playground equipment, including sidewalks and lawns.
• Drive pick-up truck to haul various materials, such as wood, gravel, equipment, etc.
• Ensure cemetery and parks are free from litter.
• Perform minor repairs at cemetery and parks and report major damage.
• Perform manual labour using various tools (i.e., shovel, rake, hand tools) to maintain roadside.
• Perform trail inspections.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Basic computer, data entry and record keeping skills.
• Experience in safely and professionally operating small equipment i.e. lawnmowers, weed eaters, hand tools, etc.
• Ability to perform all job functions required in a safe manner to avoid personal injury, injury of others and equipment and property damage.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Establish and maintain respectful and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Understanding of Municipal By-Laws, the Provincial Offences Act and other related legislation.

• Grade 12 education.
• Valid G drivers license.
• WHIMIS training.
• Valid Chainsaw Licence would be an asset.
• Playground Practitioner certificate would be an asset.
• Public Pool Operation Training would be an asset.

• 1 to 3 months experience performing Parks, Properties and Facilities duties.

• Manual labour required.
• Exposed to all weather elements.
• Minor mechanical abilities with the ability to work outside, hands on in all types of weather conditions. 
• Potential exposure to wet garbage, industrial waste, contaminated waste, toxic materials, constant/significant odours for entire work day.
• Exposure to wildlife, including bears, rodents, etc.
• Sitting, standing, walking over rough ground (landfill surfaces can be unstable at times), climbing.
• Normal working hours are up to 30 hours per week. Some alternating evening and/or weekend work may be required.