Labourer Operations

The County of Prince Edward is an island community on the shores of Lake Ontario with a proud United Empire Loyalist heritage. Boasting beautiful beaches and a unique rural landscape, the County offers serene country living. Our strong agricultural roots, thriving tourism attractions, renowned regional cuisine, and growing wine industry combine to offer a unique and unmatched quality of life.

Our Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the full-time permanent position of Labourer – Operations.  Reporting to the Outdoor Facilities Supervisor, this position performs seasonal labourer duties assisting with the maintenance, repair and operation of various infrastructures, grounds and construction tasks. Duties will vary by season ranging from general parks, roads and grounds maintenance, to garbage removal including the operation of Landfill sites and Marinas.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Grade 12 education or equivalent with a minimum of 1 year of related work experience
• Knowledge and training under the Occupational Health & Safety Act with completion of Traffic control, Fuel Handling and marine Radio Operation training preferred
• Proven ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment including tractors, sprayers, weed eaters, mowers and other related tools
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgment at all times
• Cash handling experience including float management and balancing of funds
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime as required; regular hours of work for this position will include weekends
• Valid Chainsaw Operator’s Licence with a valid “G” Driver’s License; “DZ” would be an asset

The current hourly rate of pay for this position is $22.11 to $23.15, as per Band 3 of CUPE Local 2275’s Collective Agreement. Compensation also includes a comprehensive benefit package and membership in OMERS. Please submit your application prior to 4:00 pm on December 13, 2019 to careers@pecounty.on.ca.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and support applicants with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.  Please email your request or call (613) 476-2148 ext. 1042.

The personal information being collected will be used in accordance with The Municipal Act and The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used in the selection of a suitable candidate.