Skilled Labourer - Public Works
Woodstock, ON, Canada
Full Time
Entry Level
2026-32
SKILLED LABOURER – PUBLIC WORKS
(2 vacancies)
Reporting to: Public Works Supervisor (2 vacancies)
Department: Public Works
Classification: PERMANENT Full Time; Unionized
Salary Range: $32.91/hour as per Schedule “A”
Hours of Work: As per CA.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. April 27, 2026
Why City of Woodstock?
Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 50,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education and healthcare and convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city’s many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.
When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Other great benefits to working at the City of Woodstock:
- Join a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers,
- Competitive Wages,
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions are matched by the City,
- Training opportunities to support you in this role,
- And a great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference.
- Performs various manual labour duties such as, but not limited to:
- Works on the asphalt crew:
- Sets up traffic control,
- Assists in performing crack sealing activities,
- Shovels and rakes asphalt,
- Operates asphalt roller, paver, tack coat sprayer and mini recycler,
- Sweeps up loose asphalt,
- Operates self-propelled road saw.
- Works on the concrete crew:
- Sets up traffic control measures,
- Follows safe excavation practices for the removal of existing concrete,
- Constructs and installs wooden concrete forms,
- Shovels gravel, places and finishes concrete,
- Operates a self-propelled road saw.
- Assists Vactor Truck Operator with routine flushing and cleaning catch basins.
- Works on the sewer crew:
- Performs sewer repairs to sanitary and storm sewer systems,
- Follows safe excavation practices,
- Sets up traffic control measures,
- Sets pipes to grade and backfill trenches using proper construction techniques.
- Repairs manholes and catch basins:
- Enters manholes using safety equipment and following confined space entry procedure,
- Follows safe excavation practices,
- Sets frames and grates to grade,
- Sets up traffic control measures.
- Clears debris from roadways:
- Operates a woodchipper,
- Operates a chain saw.
- Operates a trackless with various attachments such as: leaf loader, snow blower, sidewalk plow, boom flail mower, front flail mower, salter, and sweeper.
- Operates the tow motor.
- Drives a single axle or tandem axle dump truck to haul materials to various job sites.
- Applies cold patch to roads needing repairs and reports work completed to the Supervisor.
- Performs winter control duties, such as but not inclusive of:
- Shovels snow from City properties and walkways,
- Operates snowplow/underbody plow on a route while following standard operating procedures,
- Operates a salt truck on a route while following standard operating procedures,
- Operates a trackless on a route.
- Works at the Bulk Item and HHW Depot:
- Assists and directs members of the public to the appropriate locations for waste disposal,
- Answers questions related to waste management,
- Safely handles and prepares Household Hazardous Waste for safe storage and shipping,
- Keeps the site clean and maintained.
- Works on the asphalt crew:
- Oversees/supervises the work of contract recyclers on a recycling route.
- Performs traffic maintenance duties:
- Sets up traffic control measures,
- Fixes or replaces traffic signs,
- Paints pavement markings.
- Performs other duties as required, such as, but not inclusive of:
- Acts as a mechanics helper,
- Paints and cleans equipment,
- Washing, fueling and general equipment maintenance,
- Perform annual sewer inspections,
- Perform annual sign inspections.
- Works under close supervision.
Qualifications:
- Grade 10 or equivalent and/or relevant experience will be considered.
- Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s License and good driving history.
- Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
- Experience operating a wide variety of heavy equipment is an asset.
- Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation is an asset.
- Subject to working in all weather conditions.
- Works in dirty conditions and is required to do heavy lifting.
- Subject to shift work and overtime as required.
The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today! We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.
Please note: Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting [email protected]. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check and reference checks as well as proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.
We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at https://cityofwoodstock.applytojob.com/.
We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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