Temporary Labourer (Roads) (Temporary for approximately 8 months)

Temporary Labourer (Roads)

Job Status: Temporary Full-Time for approximately 8 months

Pay & Grade: $25.32 Hourly Grade/Band: NA

Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week

Initial location: Kitchener Operations Facility

Posting period: March 18 to December 19, 2025 (at 6:00pm)

Overview

The City of Kitchener is seeking candidates to fill temporary labourer positions in the Roads and Traffic division.

Responsibilities

1. Asphalt-related repairs and maintenance of roads.
2. Concrete related repairs and maintenance of sidewalks, curbs, catch basins, and manholes.
3. Maintaining waste receptacles, cleaning up garbage and debris from streets, sidewalks and alleys in the Downtown core, as well as on City & Regional roadways, city-owned property, bush & dense bush areas and parkland.
4. Winter work includes snow plowing and salting.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
2. Valid MTO DZ class driver's license in good standing and ability to provide Drivers Abstract at your own expense as a condition of employment.
3. Good communication skills with an ability to keep accurate written records.
4. Able to perform a wide variety of duties including manual labour and be prepared to be trained in the operation of all related equipment and work skills.
5. Must have good customer service skills.
6. Ability to participate as an effective team member.
7. Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.

Department/Division: Infrastructure Services, Operations - Roads and Traffic

Group: CUPE 68

Competition Number: 2025-105

Job Code: 5500

Number of positions: 6

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