Labourer - General

Job Description

 

Labourer - General

 

Competition Number:         26/160

Posting Scope:                   Internal / External

Posted Date:                       August 27, 2026

Closing Date:                      October 8, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

 

Department:                        Engineering & Public Works

 

Work schedule:                  Monday to Sunday; Shifts may vary (hours of work are up to 40 hours per week - 8 hours per day)  (Auxiliary - ongoing, as needed)

 

Salary:                                 $ 32.89 per hour, Pay Grade 2

Job Code:                           633

Employee Group:              This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies:       10

 

Auxiliary status employees will be paid an additional 15% in lieu of vacation, holiday, sick leave beyond the statutory requirement, and other benefits, per the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement.

 

This competition may be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future vacancies within this department, in accordance with the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement. The list will remain in effect for up to six months.

 

POSITION FUNCTION

Perform labouring functions on a variety of Public Works projects and for maintenance of parks, grounds and boulevards and manual tasks in the collection of household and commercial refuse.

 

KEY DUTIES

Perform various manual tasks related to road and concrete construction, underground utilities, retaining wall construction and other public works projects; use various hand tools including shovels, rakes, brooms, wheel barrows and hammers in performance of assigned duties; tamp gravel and base materials; load and unload equipment and materials from trucks and vehicles; assist excavation equipment operator by hand digging to locate underground utilities.

 

Water grass areas by turning on irrigation systems and setting out and removing hoses and sprinklers; hand water grass and garden areas as required; mow, trim, weed and remove debris when maintaining boulevards and parks by using hand and light power equipment such as lawn mowers, line trimmers, power edgers, leaf blowers and rakes; dig, rake, weed, water and remove refuse to assist in the preparation and maintenance of flower and shrub beds; edge and trim grass along sidewalks and curbs; clean park areas such as ponds, streams and pathways by using wheelbarrows, shovels, brooms and water hoses.

 

Remove and dispose of refuse from households and businesses by lifting and emptying cans and bags of refuse into wheeled toter; check for "extra refuse" tickets and provide refuse collection information as required; clean up fallen refuse when loading using shovels and brooms; transfer refuse into truck hopper by operating toter lift; operate hopper blade mechanism; act as guide for truck driver during backing up procedure and control traffic when needed.

 

Perform related duties where qualified.

 

INDEPENDENCE

Work is assigned and is reviewed by supervisor.

Problems are referred to supervisor.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Shovel, rake, load and dig heavy materials. (continuous)

Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (continuous)

Walk on collection route approximately 14 km per day. (continuous)

Mental Effort:

Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Normal.

Work Environment:

Exposure to equipment noise. (often)

Possible contact with animal waste and raw sewage. (premium item)

Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)

Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (frequent)

Exposure to unpleasant odours, dust, ashes, waste products and potentially hazardous materials. (continuous)

 

 

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Understand and discuss job related matters.

Use a variety of hand tools and light power equipment.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

Grade 10.

Experience:

6 months of related experience.

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

 

 

To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume. 

 

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process. 

 

If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].