Road Maintenance Assistant (Peak Season)

Job Description

Road Maintenance Assistant

Competition Number: 25/35

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: February 25, 2025

Closing Date: March 18, 2025, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Engineering & Public Works

Posting Type: Temporary - up to 8 months

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday (40-hour work week)

Salary: $32.09 per hour, Pay Grade 4

Job Code: 614

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 4

POSITION FUNCTION

Operate a variety of construction-related power equipment and vehicles.

KEY DUTIES

1. Assist with entry-level tasks related to construction and maintenance of asphalt and concrete road surfaces, such as preparing cuts prior to basing, pouring of concrete, and ensuring road edges are clean.
2. Prepare job sites; shovel gravel and base materials; assist in levelling asphalt; provide blocks and wedges to Leadhand in order to set castings; padman for excavation equipment.
3. Operate various equipment such as breaker, crack sealer, vibratory tamper, jackhammer, compactor, cut-off saw, cart saw, air compressor, power washer, and coring machine; operate a vehicle to transport equipment and materials.
4. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections by checking items such as fluid levels, belts, hoses, and lights; perform daily inspections of power equipment; report repairs needed and damage to supervisor and mechanics shop; check first aid and safety equipment; fill out daily equipment logs.
5. Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is assigned and reviewed by supervisor. Problems are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort: Lift and move heavy materials and equipment (frequent); shovel, rake hot asphalt and dig (frequent); operate jackhammers, cut-off saws, plate tampers, and compactors (occasional).

Mental Effort: Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort: Normal.

Work Environment: Work outside in all weather conditions (continuous); exposure to equipment noise (frequent); work on construction sites (continuous); work in close proximity to moving traffic (frequent).

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Understand and carry out job-related instructions.
2. Use hand tools and power equipment.
3. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
4. Work safely on job sites.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification: Grade 10; current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence.

Experience: 1 year 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 careers@victoria.ca.