The Corporation of The City of Victoria Looking for Road Marker 1 at Victoria, BC Full Time

Internal/External Posting

Closing date: March 24, 2022

Road Marker 1 (3 Temporary – up to 6 months)

Engineering and Public Works Department

POSITION FUNCTION

Assist in the installation, maintenance, and removal of road markings and sign and posts, and removal of graffiti.

KEY DUTIES

Assist with installation, maintenance, and removal of road features such as painted road and curb markings and symbols, signs, signposts, pavement markers, and bollards; excavate and mix and place concrete for installation of signposts; clean and prepare surfaces for paint application; mark out layout prior to installation; place and collect cones and signs in work area.

Operate a vehicle and trailer for transport of equipment and materials; assist with the operation of various paint application and removal equipment; use various hand tools such as hammer drill, angle grinder, coring machine, and post straightener; perform routine maintenance and cleaning of paint machines, spray guns and other equipment; load and unload equipment manually or using a forklift.

Remove or paint over graffiti from City property.

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 equipment and materials. (often)

Perform repetitious tasks such as scraping, brushing, and shovelling. (frequent)

Mental Effort:
Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:
Normal.

Work Environment:
Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)

Work in close proximity to moving equipment and traffic. (frequent)

Work from heights. (often)

Exposure to equipment noise. (often)

Work irregular hours. (premium item)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Understand and carry out job related instructions.

Discuss job related matters.

Operate various hand and power tools and painting equipment.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Work and operate equipment safely.

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.

Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

$28.77 per hour, Pay Grade 4 (Under Review)

Job Code # TBD

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

To apply for this opportunity you will need to create an online profile or log back in to our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs – only online submission 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 and supporting materials as outlined in your resume.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

All City of Victoria employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Candidates who cannot be fully vaccinated based on a protected legal ground as defined in the BC Human Rights Code may request an accommodation of the requirement to be fully vaccinated. Applicants will be asked to provide proof of vaccination or request an accommodation during the recruitment process.

At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment cycle and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected].