general labourer – public works – Kentville
Job Description
Posted on September 05, 2024 by Employer details Valley Waste Resource Management
Job details
- Location Kentville, NS
- Workplace informationOn site
- Salary 22.58 hourly / 40 hours per week
- Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
- Day, Evening, Weekend, Early Morning, Morning
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits
- vacancies1 vacancy
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
Will train
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Green job Help – Green job – Help
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work site environment
- Cold/refrigerated
- Dusty
- Hot
- Noisy
- Odours
- Outdoors
- Wet/damp
Work setting
- Municipal government
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Spread sand or salt on sidewalks for snow or ice control
- Operate jackhammers and drills to break up pavement
- Collect and load refuse on garbage trucks
- Assist in routine maintenance and repair of equipment
- Load and unload trucks with supplies and equipment
Experience and specialization
Specialization or experience
- Green economy sector
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Overtime required
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
Weight handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Pension plan
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Wellness program
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:
- Cover letter